He karanga mō kia mauri ora ai te ao o ā tātou tamariki me ō rātou whānau.
A call to you to help create a world where children and families are valued and flourish
The vision of Stand Tū Māia is Tāmatatia and Tiakanga. That tamariki and whānau who experience multiple forms of adversity will have their safety and wellbeing restored and preserved for future generations. To this end our services strengthen family relationships, support the development of child and adult self-regulation and core executive skills, and work to reduce sources of stress. Respect and healing relationships are at the heart of our mahi. All staff are expected to demonstrate cultural humility and a commitment to restoration of whānau as a form of Te Tiriti redress.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Openness to understanding and valuing Te Ao Māori
- A commitment to biculturalism and the promise of equity laid down by Te Tiriti
- An ability to deeply engage, motivate and offer consistent kindness
- Proven ability in working with complex family dynamics
- An ability to address the impacts of trauma on child development and attachment
- Belief in the importance of partnership and collaboration
- Commitment to professional supervision
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Ability to work independently utilising tools and theories to inform practice
- A high standard of case recording, assessment, and child and family plan documentation
- Registered social worker and current practicing certificate
- Full driver's licence
We offer a strong sense of team, good working conditions, a genuine commitment to wellbeing and significant training and professional development opportunities. We celebrate and seek diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their ‘true' selves.
As an employee of Stand Tū Māia you will be a Pou Māia nō Tū Māia. This means we will stand together side by side, shoulder to shoulder in achieving our vision.
Together we are resilient, strong and confident pillars of the house of Stand Tū Māia.
The position is full time and is based in Christchurch. When applying you will be asked to address the key competencies of the role and provide a covering letter along with your CV.
For more information check our website link below or, for an informal chat or visit, contact Service Leader,Tony Kalauta on 027 432 6831 or [email protected]
