Social Worker

2 weeks ago


Manawatu District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand Presbyterian Support Central Full time

**Part Time**:

- **Application Closes 30 Apr 2025**:

- **Manawatu - Whanganui**:

- **Community and Social Service Specialist**

**Social Worker Fixed Term 24 hours per week**

**Make a real difference in the lives of whānau affected by family violence.**
- **Are you experienced in working directly with children and young people?**:

- **Are you skilled in supporting people who have experienced family harm?**:

- **Are you a team player keen to make a difference in your community?**

**Mo Tatou - About us**:
Presbyterian Support Central (PSC) is a not for profit organisation that has been around for over 100+ years, but that doesn't make us stuffy or old fashioned, in fact it means our experience has created the opportunity to be innovative and at the top of our game when it comes to what we do.

Family Works is part of PSC providing a range of services to children and families including social work, counselling, life-skills and parenting courses, safety programmes and mediation. At Family Works, we value compassion, dedication, and the drive to do right by the child

**Mo te Mahi - About the Role**:
Family Works Whanganui is looking for a passionate and experienced**Social Worker**to join our small and dedicated team on a fixed-term basis until end of November 2025. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to support children and adults through a wraparound service model, empowering whānau to heal and thrive.

You will provide holistic, trauma-informed support to individuals and families impacted by family violence in the community. Working closely with our team of counsellors, social workers, program facilitators, and community partners, you will deliver early intervention and longer-term support services that build resilience, restore safety, and strengthen whānau wellbeing.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide social work support to children, individuals, and whānau experiencing family violence
- Complete assessments, develop goal-oriented plans, and review progress with clients
- Work collaboratively with internal team members and external agencies
- Maintain clear, timely, and accurate case notes and reporting
- Uphold a culturally responsive and strengths-based approach in all interactions

**Mo Koe - About you**:
You will be a passionate person who can connect with children and their families. You will also:

- A qualified and registered Social Worker with the SWRB (or working towards registration)
- Experience working in family violence, child protection, or community support services
- Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to working effectively with Māori
- Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills
- A full NZ driver’s licence as this is a community based role

**What we offer**:

- A supportive and values-based workplace
- Opportunities for professional development and supervision
- Flexible work arrangements within a caring team
- The chance to be part of a meaningful cause, helping to create safe and thriving whānau
- Discount at NZ Retail stores
- Discounted Health insurance
- Free counselling for employees

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and passion for supporting whānau.


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