Family Worker

1 day ago

Christchurch Central, New Zealand Presbyterian Support Upper South Island Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Family Worker - Community (Social Worker, Psychologist or Counsellor)

· Part time 30 hours Community Family Worker

· Fixed term Contract late January rd July 2026

· Parental Leave cover

· Based in central Christchurch office of PSUSI

PSUSI : Working to achieve a just, compassionate and inclusive society

Ko wai mātou (Who we are)

Presbyterian Support aims to create a better life for everyone. Our social services are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manākitanga (relationships and hospitality) to help to build safer, stronger, more connected families and communities. This includes supporting older people to maintain their wellbeing and positive social connections as they age and helping tamariki, teens and families to learn, grow and thrive.

We have sites across the upper South Island covering the Tasman & Marlborough (Te Tau Ihu o te waka a Maui), West Coast (Te Tai Poutini) and Canterbury districts (Ōtautahi & Hakatere).

Since July 2023, we have embraced a Co-Governance model at both the Board and senior leadership levels, reflecting our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and fostering shared responsibility in our leadership.

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ke tēnei mahi (About the position)

This role will deliver therapeutic intervention with a focus on providing positive strategies and practical support for parents, children and youth who are facing complex challenges. You will often work collaboratively and/ or in partnered response within our Family Works team or external agencies. This role will primarily focus on working in our Community team and working with whanau from our waitlist and may include clients base in Selwyn and North Canterbury.

He aha ta matou e tuku atu ki a koe (What we can offer you)

· An opportunity to make a difference, working with a range of cultures

· Work with highly passionate people and teams

· Up to date IT systems

· A safe, healthy and supportive work environment

· A people focused culture (he tangata he tangata he tangata)

· Flexible working policies

· This position attracts Social Work Pay Equity based on qualifications and experience

· Employer Subsidised Health Insurance cover (if working minimum 20 hours per week)

· Medical Insurance

· Extra leave entitlements like Birthday and Whānau Leave

· EAP and employee benefits programmes )

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an ideal applicant?)

· Hold a relevant qualification and professional registration (Social Worker, Psychologist (completed internship), Counsellor)

· Have demonstrated experience working with a similar client base and an understanding of the range of opportunities and challenges influencing this group

· Have excellent communication skills and a strong ability to develop relationships

· Have sound computer and administration skills

· Demonstrate empathy and resilience

· Be willing and competent to work safely with a diverse range of cultures including Māori and Pacifica

· Be available and eligible to work in NZ (NZ Citizen, Permanent Resident or have a current work visa)

Does this sound like the ideal role for you? If you match the above criteria, click apply now with your CV and a Cover letter

Visit our website here for a full position description and to find out more about us, go here

We will contact and interview ideal candidates as soon they apply. We will not delay till the application closing date

Hurry Applications close 5 th December 2025.

Confidential enquiries about the role are welcome to Steve Thomas

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