Social Worker Supportive Housing

5 months ago


Palmerston North, New Zealand The Salvation Army Full time

Enjoy plenty of variety, no two days are the same
- Support individuals and families in urgent need of housing
- Play a pivotal role in supporting the service whilst making a difference

**Mō te tūranga - About the role**

The role of the qualified and registered Housing Social Worker position is to deliver a professional, empathetic, and effective service to people and families needing long-term sustainable accommodation and advance the mission of The Salvation Army.

With skills, planning and purposeful action, you will support people to find a home and neighbourhood in which they will build the future of Aotearoa. This is an exciting opportunity to join a hard-working team with a commitment to supporting whānau, and to work with a long-standing social service provider partnering with the community to tackle homelessness.

**He kōrero mōu - About you**
- Proven relevant Social Work experience of at least two years
- Holds a recognised Social Work Degree Qualification or equivalent
- Fully registered with the Social Work Registration Board
- Clean full driver's licence
- Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
- Strong relationship building
- Previous or current experience in transitional housing would be advantageous
- Ability to understand and relate to people from diverse backgrounds and who are experiencing hardship, trauma and/or mental unwellness
- Role modelling commitment to engage and journey with people, providing support for personal responsibility and motivation to achieve own goals
- Maintains a high level of professional practice recognising the dignity, and individuality of clients
- Computer literate including Teams, Outlook and Office 365
- Able to relate to people with sensitivity, care and patience
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills
- A strong understanding of, and a heart for, social justice issues
- Ability to work to targets and deadline
- Ability to work proactively, problem solve and meet multiple demands
- Strong cultural competency, with the ability to work from a bicultural perspective

**Our offer to you**:

- Two Salvation Army additional leave days and long service leave
- Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
- TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7
- Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
- Subsidised flu vaccinations

The starting salary for this role is likely fall between $68,037.77 and $102,000.00.



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