Social Worker, Whanganui

1 week ago


Manawatu District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand Real Full time

Full time role + Based in Whanganui
- Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm + Weekend's off
- Work/life balance encouraged + 5 weeks annual leave + Increased KiwiSaver contribution

Embrace our principles and practices, aid the mental health of young people and families, and boost confidence and resilience. Join us in empowering youth and promoting well-being

**Real | Mō mātou**

Real is the youth brand of Pathways. Real Whanganui's new youth service is called Whetū Marewa (Rising Star). The aim of this service is to build the confidence, resilience, and wellbeing of taiohi, aged 12-24 years, with mental health and addiction related issues. Support combines a positive youth development approach with brief intervention. Registered health professionals and youth workers provide support in locations where young people are, such as schools and in the community with the goal to provide easy access to support for those who need it.

**What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou**
- New pay steps of $68,037-$102,000 (Dependent on qualifications)
- Fifth week of Annual Leave (After 12 months employment)
- Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
- Increased Kiwisaver contribution
- Holiday programme assistance
- Perk & Perk Plus discount app
- Income continuance plan
- Wise Group House, Contents and car insurance plan
- Specsavers Discount
- Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
- Financial risk and planning review
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

**The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi**

We're looking for a New Zealand Registered Social Worker to join our Whanganui Youth service. You will align with our tikanga (principles) and kawa (practice) and support the clinical components of Whetū Marewa.

In this role, you will have experience in mental health and working alongside taiohi (young people) and their whānau.

Some of your responsibilities may include:

- Supporting taiohi with their primary mental health in school or in the community.
- Enhancing confidence, resilience and wellbeing in the taiohi we support.
- Supporting taiohi to re-connect with community services and take control of their own lives.
- Providing assessment and support using a range of evidence-based brief interventions.

We have a new permanent opportunity at this service, working Monday
- Friday, 8.30am
- 5.00pm

**You | Mōu**

You will use your social worker lens to influence care plans that reflect a person centred, holistic approach and inclusive of whanau.

And also have:

- A Degree in Social Work
- A Registered with the NZ Social Workers Registration Board
- Hold and maintain a current Social Work practicing certificate and meets the requirements of any competency programme.
- Demonstrates a sound knowledge of community resources that may enhance whai ora/taiohi/whānau care.
- At least two years' experience in the Mental Health and Addictions support sector.

**Contact | Korero**: Anna Young, Team Coach on 0272 041 725 for any queries.
- Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment. We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply._
- Covid Vaccination is mandatory for all workers due to close contact with vulnerable individuals and COVID-19 risks. (two primary doses and at least one booster is required)._



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