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Social Work Supervisor
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)
Are you a Supervisor seeking a fresh opportunity in Auckland?
At FSM, we have a rare opening in our Supervisors team and are seeking a new member to join our whānau. This is a unique opportunity to offer clinical leadership for a small Family Start team based in South Auckland & Franklin.
About Our Charity:
Family Success Matters, formerly known as Family Start Manukau, was established in 2005 as a not-for-profit, non-government organisation. We are focused on providing the Ministry of Social Development’s Family Start programme. The trust was formed by Te Kupenga o Hoturoa PHO, TaPasefika Health Trust PHO, and the Royal New Zealand Plunket Society.
Nearly 20 years since our inception, we now manage one of New Zealand's largest Family Start contracts and employ 50 staff.
About the Role:
The Supervisor role is designed to provide clinical leadership to a team of Family Start Social Workers. You will assist the Operations Manager, Child Safety Lead and Practice Development Lead in creating a safe, supportive, and efficient work environment. Your natural focus is around safety, and in addition to providing clinical supervision, you will contribute to the professional development and learning needs /coaching of individual team members. You will be supporting the development of best social services practice and ensuring the team maintains timely and concise case notes. Additionally, you will be responsible for helping the team build and maintain networks & referrals, while supporting the growth of local contacts and services that will strengthen the needs of the Family Start programme.
Benefits and Perks:
We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, ongoing professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of whānau and their tamariki. We are a family-friendly organisation and look after our staff with some flexibility. We will provide you with a pool car that you can garage at home. You’ll enjoy an extra paid day off for your birthday. Ongoing training is encouraged, and we support your professional development with study leave as required. Supervisors have regular clinical supervision and registration & competency paid for. At FSM, we support all our staff’s mental health and wellbeing with free EAP services for one-on-one confidential counselling.
Note: FSM have pay parity, and are on par with the public service sector.
Skills and Attributes:
Essential:
Tertiary qualification in Social Work Supervision.
At least three years’ experience in service delivery.
Cultural ability and experience working with vulnerable Māori and Pacifica communities.
Depth of knowledge and skill around practice discipline.
Willingness and ability to undertake further and ongoing training.
Current full driver’s licence.
SWRB Registration.
Strong commitment to learning bicultural practice.
Ability to engage effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of your work.
A natural safety focus for your team members and the vulnerable clients we serve.
Preferred:
Previous supervision experience preferred.
Experience in collaborative bicultural practice.
If you are passionate about social work, have experience or training in a supervisory role, and are committed to advocating for Māori and Pacifica communities, we encourage you to apply today!
Please note: Applicants for this position will be subjected to Police Vetting and should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including those of Pacifica and Māori descent.
To learn more about the organisation, and for a full job description, please visit www.fsm.org.nz.
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