Would you like to work in a vibrant and supportive organisation that is working towards meaningful change in society by supporting survivors of sexual abuse and their whānau?
ŌCASA is an equal opportunities employer and as such, applicants of all backgrounds are welcome. Please note that application closing dates for positions are sometimes flexible. Applicants are reviewed as received and candidates are interviewed on a rolling basis. Positions will be filled at ŌCASA's discretion as appropriate candidates apply.
Current Vacancies
Social Worker - Flexible Hours
Ōtepoti Communities Against Sexual Abuse (ŌCASA) is seeking a registered Social Worker to provide professional social work services to survivors of sexual violence and their whānau and friends. ŌCASA provides 24-hour crisis services, including advocacy, support/social work, court support and counselling, and supporting survivors through medical processes and police procedures. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your practice in a dynamic organisation that fosters creativity and welcomes building and developing best practice in an environment where collaboration and positive relationships are essential. We are looking for a Social Worker who has experience and awareness of trauma, power dynamics, anti-oppressive practice and patriarchy. The successful applicant will have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a well-developed understanding of the impacts of colonisation, and how this interacts on a structural and personal level.
This role will be remunerated at a rate between $81,642.92 - $102,000 for 40 hours per week. This is in line with the Social Worker Pay Equity Scheme.
What's in it for you?
Free mental health and wellbeing services through EAP
Generous professional development entitlements
Paid lunch breaks
Supportive team
Great opportunities to network in the community
To really make a difference to someone's day
What will you bring? The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of clients; providing assessment, referrals, safety and goal planning, and appropriate intervention. The candidate will become part of the ŌCASA Crisis Support team providing both face-to-face and telephone support sessions as well as being a survivor advocate when working with external agencies.
The ideal applicant will have experience in group facilitation and development of support groups, with a comprehensive understanding of survivor-led intervention. Qualities required:
A relevant tertiary qualification
Registered with the Social Work Registration Board
Experience providing support to others in a community setting
Knowledge and practice in mental health and trauma
Assessment skills
Commitment to te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application, including an understanding of the impacts of colonisation and cultural oppression, and an ability to demonstrate this in day-to-day practice
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Ability to remain calm and focused in crisis situations
Ability to analyse and engage with information through a critical lens
Ability to reflect on and continuously improve practice
Actively practices self-care and ability to recognise and respond appropriately to signs of stress in self and others
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good written and oral communication skills
Confidence in following processes, completing administrative tasks, and in using IT systems and databases
Commitment to OCASA’s values and practice standards
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and cover letter to kj.mccorkell@ocasa.org.nz with [SOCIAL WORKER] in the subject line. ŌCASA is an equal opportunities employer, and as such applicants of all backgrounds are welcomed.