Supportive Housing Social Worker

New Plymouth

• 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

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.

The successful candidate will practice social work frameworks, professional practice and reporting and should show acceptance, inclusion and genuine interest in people and validate their story and aspirations. Be able to listen, relate and affirm people in such a way that they are encouraged to examine their issues and create solutions that lead to sustained independence (passing knowledge and power to a person so they can regain independence).

You will be responsible for managing cases and the referral of clients to internal and external services, in line with their goals, to deliver positive outcomes, ensure the set outcomes are being achieved and reporting aligns with practice, promptly record client interactions and case notes and Connect people to Salvation Army services (such as Community Ministries and Corps) that enhance their current circumstances and that meet individual needs.

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 2 years
• Holds a recognised Social Work Degree Qualification or equivalent
• Fully registered with the Social Work Registration Board
• Clean full drivers license
• Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
• Strong relationship building
• Pervious 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:

• An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July
• Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
• Subsidised flu vaccinations
• Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
• TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7

Candidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society.'

This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week.

The starting salary for this role will fall between $68,000 and $102,000 gross per annum. This role is covered by the pay equity agreement and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years experience of the preferred candidate brings to the role.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.