Whānau Support & Development Advocate

Do Good Group; Huntly; Remote; NZD 52.000 - 74.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Employee wellbeing support

Zusammenfassung

Waahi Whaanui Trust in Raahui Pokeka / Huntly, Waikato, is seeking a dedicated Family Start Whanau Support Worker to provide holistic support to families and whānau in the local community. This full-time position involves developing personalised support plans, home visits, and connecting whānau with health, education, and social services.

You will work with families to identify needs, advocate for their voices, and contribute to group programmes while upholding cultural safety and best-practice

Qualifikationen

• Formal qualification in social work, health, education, community services, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with families, children, and vulnerable populations.
• Understanding of child development, family dynamics, and effects of poverty, trauma, and disadvantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse families and whānau.
• Cultural competency and commitment to working respectfully with Māori whānau and communities.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload with regular contact with families.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Resilience, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach to family support work.
• Proficiency with computer systems and accurate record-keeping.
• Valid New Zealand driver’s license and access to reliable transport for home visits and community engagement.
• Current or willingness to obtain a Working with Children Check and Police Vetting clearance.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of family needs and develop individualized support plans.
• Provide regular home visits and community-based support to whānau.
• Work with families to identify strengths, build resilience, and develop strategies for positive change.
• Connect whānau with appropriate services, resources, and community support networks, including health, education, and social services.
• Provide information and support around child development, parenting strategies, and family wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with whānau based on trust, respect, and cultural sensitivity.
• Advocate on behalf of families to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of group programmes and community initiatives as required.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Resilience

Autonomy

Digital literacy

Ausbildung

Social work qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Waahi Whaanui Trust in Raahui Pokeka / Huntly, Waikato, is seeking a dedicated Family Start Whanau Support Worker to provide holistic support to families and whānau in the local community. This full-time position involves developing personalised support plans, home visits, and connecting whānau with health, education, and social services.

You will work with families to identify needs, advocate for their voices, and contribute to group programmes while upholding cultural safety and best-practice