1. Enjoy plenty of variety, no two days are the same!
2. Support individuals and families in urgent need of housing
3. Play a pivotal role in Supporting the service whilst making a difference
PURPOSE OF HOUSING FIRST
Housing First is an exciting new collaborative programme being managed by The Salvation Army Nelson Tasman Bays Corps (TSA-NTB). Housing First provides rapid housing and wrap around supports to people experiencing long-term homelessness in Nelson Tasman.
Housing First is a proven, internationally recognised approach to housing and supporting people who are experiencing homelessness and multiple, high and complex needs.
Housing First recognises that it is much easier for people to address complex needs, such as mental health and addiction once they are housed.
The approach is to provide housing quickly, then offer tailored support for as long as it is needed to help people stay housed and address the underlying support needs that led to their experience of homelessness.
Evidence shows that this model has been especially effective in helping people experiencing homelessness and high and complex needs stay housed and lead healthier, safer lives.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
As the Outreach Mental Health and Addiction Worker, you will respond to self-referrals, community referrals and other referral sources. The position will be based largely in the community, providing Mental Health Support as needed for people who are homeless in Nelson Tasman, and will follow them through the steps of engagement, into housing and their entry into support services.
You will be part of a team, based at the Salvation Army Office in Nelson, including a Team Leader other specialist Key Workers, a Housing Specialist and Peer Support Workers. Together you will assist people into housing of their choice and provide ongoing support to participants as they establish themselves in permanent housing. You will continue to walk alongside people on their recovery journey as they build a sense of wellbeing and determine their futures, based on their own choices, and self-determined goals.
ABOUT YOU
4. Proven relevant experience of at least 2 years
5. Holds a recognized Social Work Degree Qualification or equivalent
6. Clean full driver's license
7. Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
8. Strong relationship building
9. Pervious or current experience in Mental Health and Addiction would be advantageous
10. Ability to understand and relate to people from diverse backgrounds and who are experiencing hardship, trauma and/or mental unwellness
11. Role modelling commitment to engage and journey with people, providing support for personal responsibility and motivation to achieve own goals
12. Maintains a high level of professional practice recognising the dignity, and individuality of clients
13. Computer literate including Teams, Outlook and Office 365.
14. Able to relate to people with sensitivity, care and patience
15. Highly developed written and oral communication skills
16. A strong understanding of, and a heart for, social justice issues
17. Ability to work to targets and deadline
18. Ability to work proactively, problem solve and meet multiple demands.
19. Strong cultural competency, with the ability to work from a bicultural perspective
OUR OFFER TO YOU
20. An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July
21. Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
22. Subsidised flu vaccinations
23. Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
24. TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7
The starting hourly rate for this role is likely fall between $28.34 and $37.07. This role is covered by the pay equity agreement and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years experience of the preferred candidate brings to the role
Hours of work: Permanent full time 37.5 hours per week
The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.
The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.