Family Violence and Wellbeing Practitioner

Ko mātou tēnei I This is Us

We believe that everyone should be able to actively contribute to their community and thrive. Our team of 900 stretches from Taupo to Whangarei, and provides access to critical health and social services. We are renowned for our core services Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline and Shine.

Everything we do is informed by our purpose to enable our clients to have a better life; and our values of Hope, Trust & Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, Tangata Whenua.

Family Works Northern is a champion for children, providing professional counselling and social work in communities and schools and delivering programmes that bring about lasting change.

Te Kowhiringa I The Opportunity

Are you a passionate social worker that cares about supporting whānau to build safety, resilience, and brighter futures? Join our Family Works Northern team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and families impacted by family violence. In this role, you will work alongside both people who use violence and those affected by violence, supporting positive change and stronger outcomes for whānau.

You will provide practical support, advocacy, and therapeutic interventions that promote wellbeing and lasting change. Working closely with social workers, counsellors, and other Social Services or PSN practitioners, as well as community and government partners, you’ll be part of a collaborative, values-driven team delivering holistic, integrated, and culturally responsive support for tamariki and their whānau.

This role will be based at any one of our Family Works offices which is negotiable(South /West/Central)

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe I Your Skills and Experience

You will have:

• Previous experience in the family Violence space is desired
• A social work qualification and be registered with SWRB as a full member.
• A full current New Zealand Driver’s Licence.
• Experience working with children and families and an understanding of Family Violence.
• Experience working with Tangata Whenua and/or families from diverse cultures and ethnicities.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with sound prioritization and time management skills. The ideal candidate will have a positive outlook, be able to work under pressure, and problem solve.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us

We are committed to creating a diverse work place where you can look forward to feeling included and valued for your contribution. Examples of our commitment, include that we are a dementia friendly organisation, a DVFREE Tick Accredited employer, a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion; and a member of the Pride Pledge.

Our people are critical to our success. Part of working as part of our team means that you will have access to:

• Counselling and support through our Employee Assistance programmes
• Wellbeing support and resources for you and your family
• Discounts for a range of services and product, through our BOOST programme
• A reward each time you successfully refer a friend or family to work for PSN
• Formal recognition for your service from 5 years of service
• Kiwi saver contribution in addition to your base salary
• Apply to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave each year
• Paid SWRB registration

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E hika ma, Tono a mai! (What are you waiting for)… join our team and be part of the solution!