Social Worker (Pukekohe High School and Mai Lighthouse)

Social Worker (Pukekohe High School and Mai Lighthouse)

Role title : Social Worker (two year fixed term contract)

Hours : 30 hours per week

• 18 hours per week on-site at Pukekohe High School (across three school days)
• 12 hours per week at Mai Lighthouse (general referrals)

Reports to : Mai Lighthouse Practice Manager (for employment and practice)

Functional relationship : Deputy Principal – Attendance, Pukekohe High School

Location : Pukekohe High School & Mai Lighthouse

Start Date : Wednesday 21st January (and on completion of satisfactory Police Vet)

Purpose of the role

Strengthen attendance outcomes for rangatahi at Pukekohe High School and provide safe, early social work support for students and their whānau. Provide general social work support to community referrals through Mai Lighthouse on the remaining two workdays. This role reflects the shared commitment between Pukekohe High School and Mai Lighthouse to provide support, responsive communication and joined-up practice.

About Mai Lighthouse and Pukekohe High School

Mai Lighthouse is a not-for-profit organisation supporting whānau across Franklin and North Waikato. We provide practical, wraparound support and work alongside community partners to help people access the services they need.

With a roll of close to 1900 students Pukekohe High School aims to provide a holistic education for learners with a strong emphasis on academic qualifications, co-curricular experiences, student leadership and pastoral care. It has high expectations for its young people in terms of their effort, behaviour and attendance.

Key responsibilities

1. Social work support at Pukekohe High School (18 hours)

A designated workspace will be provided within the Guidance area at Pukekohe High School.

2. Social work support at Mai Lighthouse (12 hours)

On the remaining two days, you will work from our Pukekohe office providing general social work support.

3. Partnership and communication

4. Health and safety

Key relationships

Required qualifications and experience

Personal attributes

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