Job Opportunities

Social Worker

We are expanding

We are looking for another staff member to join our busy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your practice in an exceptional and respected organisation that fosters a strong client focus and best practice in an environment where collaboration and positive relationships are essential. If you are looking for friendly, supportive colleagues, second to none training opportunities, paid lunch breaks and a competitive pay rate then please apply.

About the role

We are looking for a candidate who has experience and awareness of trauma, power dynamics and anti-oppressive practice to support the emotional, mental, spiritual and social needs of survivors and their whānau. As part of ŌCASA’s Crisis Support and Court Support team you will work closely with survivors, the Police, the Courts and SAATS (Southern Sexual Abuse Assessment Service). You will be responsible for managing a caseload of clients; providing crisis support, court support, holistic intervention and identifying and managing risk.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone with:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and a minimum of two years’ experience working with clients post-graduation
• Registered with a relevant professional body
• Experience providing support to others in a community and/or therapeutic setting, and an understanding of trauma informed practice
• Assessment and intervention skills
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Resilience and the ability to remain calm and focused in crisis situations
• The ability to reflect on, and continuously improve practice
• Excellent organisational and communication skills and can follow processes
• A sense of humour is essential

The starting salary for this role is between $68,000 and $102,000. This role is covered by the Government Pay Equity agreement and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years of experience the preferred candidate brings to the role.

If you are interested in the role, please email a CV and cover letter with the subject line “ŌCASA Job Application” to admin@ocasa.org.nz.  A full job description is available on request.

We will be considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.

Please note:  As this is a full time and permanent position. we require all applicants to hold either NZ Citizenship or NZ Permanent Residency status and the right to work in New Zealand. We are unable to support any requests for visa sponsorship.