Lead Case Manager: Rehabilitation & Reentry

New Zealand Government; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary step 1

Public sector benefits

Job summary

New Zealand Government's Department of Corrections is seeking a Principal Case Manager to lead the Case Management Team supporting people in custody to reduce re-offending and enhance community safety.

The role oversees rehabilitation and reintegration, coaching and performance support, and ensures pathways from prison to release are clear and well-coordinated with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of case management and community corrections.
• Experience in leading teams and managing resources.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational management for the Case Management Team.
• Support people in custody to reduce re-offending and keep the community safe.
• Oversee rehabilitation and reintegration pathways and ensure clear release plans.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Innovative mindset

Mentoring

Job description

New Zealand Government's Department of Corrections is seeking a Principal Case Manager to lead the Case Management Team supporting people in custody to reduce re-offending and enhance community safety.

The role oversees rehabilitation and reintegration, coaching and performance support, and ensures pathways from prison to release are clear and well-coordinated with internal and external partners.