About the Role

Te Whānau o Waipareira is seeking a passionate and dedicated Family Harm Support Worker to join our Niwareka initiative on a full-time basis. In this vital role, you will provide holistic support to Wahine Māori who have been impacted by, or are at risk of, family violence.

You will work closely with whānau to restore their safety and mauri ora, using your deep understanding of Tikanga Māori to foster meaningful connections and create lasting change. Your work will not only address immediate needs but will also contribute to the long-term aspirations of whānau, drawing on community networks to provide comprehensive and sustainable support.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Facilitate internal and external referrals, and develop Whānau Outcome Mapping Plans to guide whānau towards achieving their goals.
• Ensure all cases are managed and followed up in accordance with best practice guidelines, and maintain accurate documentation of whānau assessments and progress.
• Engage in ongoing training and educational opportunities to enhance your skills and effectiveness in the role.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with whānau, community agencies, and key stakeholders to ensure seamless integrated service delivery.

Your Skills and Experience

• A strong commitment to Te Reo me ngā Tikanga Māori, with the ability to speak Te Reo Māori preferred.
• A full, clean NZ driver’s license is essential for local travel.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working with whānau, particularly in the areas of family violence, social services, or community support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community service networks, particularly in the Waitākere region.
• Proficient in case management and familiar with using Client Management Systems.

Mana Motuhake (Our Goal)

Te Whānau o Waipareira is a non-government organisation, operating locally in the heart of West Auckland. We are dedicated to creating generational change for urban Māori, delivering a broad spectrum of services in education, health, and social care.

Waipareiratanga (The Waipareira Way)

Here at the Whānau House, we do our mahi differently. As a new kaimahi, you will be warmly welcomed into a close-knit whānau, with networks spanning across the West Auckland region and beyond. We walk side-by-side with the Māori community, woven into a cross-generational story far bigger than oneself. As kaimahi, we take care of your wellbeing and provide a number of benefits:

• Fun, supportive, and flexible team-working environment.
• Various professional and career development opportunities.
• Locally based offices, near to public transport and shops.

A Waipareira career is YOUR opportunity to create a difference for whānau Māori!

How to Apply
To apply for this exciting opportunity, click the "Click to Apply" button on this website. You should expect to hear back from us with the next steps of the recruitment process within the first 2 weeks of applying. For more information, visit our website at www.waipareira.com

All applicants must have a valid New Zealand residency or work visa.

We do not accept submissions from any recruitment agency.