Hostel Caseworker

The Addington hostel has been providing housing support for Men for 130 years and provides a wraparound care for those with prior involvement with Corrections, Mental health or Addiction services. What will your responsibilities be: Working with a case load each week Support the men towards independent living in the community Attend case meetings and staff trainings Our ideal candidate will: Must have a NZ degree in social work, Nursing, Counselling, Addictions (or equivalent) Must have NZ registration with NZNO, SWRB, NZAC or Dapaanz or NZ equivalent At least 1 years of experience in working within Corrections/Housing/Mental Health/Addictions or equivalent. Able to work within a Men’s only service Must have a full NZ drivers’ licence Our offer to you: An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing Free flu vaccinations Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7 Free onsite parking Registration paid and monthly external Clinical Supervision provided (pro rata) This role is up to 12 months unless there is an earlier return to work for the current staff member Candidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society'. This role is Fixed term for up to 12 months and the hours will be 20 hours per week . The annual starting salary for this role will be set by the Social Workers pay equity and fall between $68,000 - $102,000 (pro rata) depending upon your level of experience. The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity. Children’s Worker Classification Statement (per Children’s Act 2014): Applicants with a Schedule 2 conviction must provide an Exemption Certificate for Core Children’s Worker roles or undergo an internal assessment for all other Salvation Army roles. The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army. #J-18808-Ljbffr