Support Worker

Listed 15 days Ago
Victim Support
Social Services

Victim Support is a national organisation working to strengthen the mana, belonging and wellbeing of people affected by crime, traumatic events, and suicide in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Working with us would mean being able to make a tangible difference to your community, and to the lives of people who have experienced crime or trauma. Advocacy for the rights of victims will always be an essential part of our work with individuals, organisations, and government.

We are now seeking a part-time Support Worker for our Tokoroa area, working across five days a week, with occasional weekend trainings. 

As a Support Worker, you will provide a front-line service through the ownership and management of support services to victims of crimes and traumatic events. You will be required to have excellent communication skills and be able to work as a member of a team. . 

This is an outstanding opportunity for a caring emotionally intelligent individual to make a real difference in your community. If you can answer “Yes” to the following questions, this may be your new opportunity: 

  • Are you able to work across five days a week including weekend work?
  • Are you energetic with a passion for assisting people in your community?
  • Are you culturally sensitive and able to work with people from different ethnic groups?
  • Can you build effective working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling you to provide a quality service to family harm victims and their families?
  • Do you have experience in problem solving and delivering an outstanding service to clients under pressure?
  • Do you have an understanding of working with victims and their families as a result of Family Harm (including Family Violence)?
  • Do you have a full license and access to transport?
  • Are you able to work autonomously and as part of a team, yet also work independently and self-manage?  
  • Do you have knowledge and experience in working with people effected by Family Harm and are you able to recognise and respond to risk associated with Family Harm? 

Please note that:

You will be required to undergo pre-employment vetting by the NZ Police. 

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Applications close: 20 May 2024  (Advert will close earlier if suitable applicant is found)  

Applications must include: CV / Resume and a Cover Letter  

Full-time equivalent salary: $70,838.25 


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