Ko mātou tēnei I This is Us
We believe that everyone should be able to actively contribute to their community and thrive. Our team of 900 stretches from Taupo to Whangarei, and provides access to critical health and social services. We are renowned for our core services Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline and Shine.
Everything we do is informed by our purpose to enable our clients to have a better life; and our values of Hope, Trust & Integrity, Compassion, Partnership, Tangata Whenua.
Te Kowhiringa I The Opportunity
PSN is seeking a dynamic and visionary Practice Development and Implementation Manager to join our Social Services Leadership Team. In this pivotal role, you will drive the integration and improvement of social service delivery through the design and implementation of evidence-based practice models and frameworks.
You will also:
- Ensure consistency and quality in practice at individual, group, and programme levels.
- Establish systems and processes to support high-quality service delivery.
- Champion a comprehensive practice change programme that drives innovation and measurable improvement.
- Lead the development and rollout of common, evidence-based practice frameworks across PSN’s social services.
- Manage a small team of Practice leads.
Ngā pūkenga kei a koe I Your Skills and Experience
- A masters in Social Work is required
- Strong leadership and strategic implementation experience in social services or a related field.
- A deep understanding of evidence-based practice models.
- A proven ability to lead practice change at scale, with systems thinking and a collaborative approach.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven skills and experience in leading and managing best practice services incorporating the use of research methodologies and with the participation of internal/external experts
- Ability to uphold clear and professional boundaries
- Good knowledge of Family Violence and impact on a range of presentations, children, families, disabilities,
- Persuasiveness, resilience, determination, tenacity and lateral thinking
Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us
We are committed to creating a diverse work place where you can look forward to feeling included and valued for your contribution. Examples of our commitment, include that we are an accredited dementia friendly organisation, a domestic violence free employer, a member of Diversity Works NZ; and a member of the Pride Pledge.
Our people are critical to our success. Part of working as part of our team means that you will have access to:
- Counselling and support through our Employee Assistance programmes
- Wellbeing support and resources for you and your family
- Discounts for a range of services and product, through our BOOST programme
- A reward each time you successfully refer a friend or family to work for PSN
- Formal recognition for your service from 5 years of service
- Kiwi saver contribution in addition to your base salary
- Apply to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave each year
Contact [email protected] if you have any questions or would like a copy of the Role Profile.
For further enquiries please call Grenville Hendricks on 022 490 5801
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E hika ma, Tono a mai! (What are you waiting for)… join our team and be part of the solution!
