Social Worker -Family Violence

Ko mātou tēnei — This is Us

At Presbyterian Support Northern (PSN), we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive and contribute to their community.

Our 900‑strong team works from Taupō to Whangārei, providing essential health and social services through our core services : Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline, and Shine.

Guided by our purpose — to enable better lives — and our values of Hope, Trust & Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, and Tangata Whenua, we’re proud to stand alongside those we serve.

Shine has been at the forefront of family violence prevention since 1990, supporting thousands of adults and children to become and remain safe, raising awareness nationwide, and delivering education and training to help eliminate violence in the home.

Te Kowhiringa — The Opportunity

Based at our central Auckland office, you’ll work across the community and our refuges to help clients achieve and maintain safety and stability.

You’ll provide practical and emotional support, connecting clients with community and cultural networks, housing and financial resources, and essential services that promote long‑term wellbeing.

This is an active, hands‑on role — you’ll sometimes assist with practical tasks such as cleaning, bed‑making, and transport, so good mobility and physical fitness are important.

Flexibility to work weekends is also required.

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe — Your Skills and Experience

We’re looking for a qualified, registered, and experienced Social Worker (2+ years), ideally with a background in the family violence sector. You’ll bring :

• A deep understanding of the causes and dynamics of intimate partner violence
• Strong knowledge of local social systems and community resources
• Commitment to building strong networks across the community
• Excellent time management and ability to juggle competing demands
• Resilience, determination, and emotional strength
• Confident digital skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Willingness to contribute to an on‑call roster and work flexible hours (with compensation)

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira — Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Join a team that truly values your work and supports your wellbeing. We offer :

We’re proud to be an accredited dementia‑friendly organisation, a domestic violence–free workplace, a member of Diversity Works NZ, and a signatory of the Pride Pledge.

E hika mā, tonoa mai!

What are you waiting for? Join our Shine team and be part of the solution — helping whānau across Aotearoa live free from violence.

Learn more and apply now via our Careers page :

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