Social services jobs in Canterbury.

Coordinating school supplies · Assessing eligibility · Maintaining records

Fixed-term coordinator role; requires warm communication, organization, knowledge of Canterbury social services or willingness to learn, understanding of social justice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, digital confidence, and NZ/AU citizenship, residency, or valid work visa.

Completing safety assessments · Leading hui · Designing care plans

Full SWRB registration or eligibility, recognized social work qualification, full clean New Zealand driver's licence, commitment to partnership with whānau, and strong communication and cultural competence.

Engaging with community · Completing reports · Analyzing data

Social work or equivalent qualification; deep understanding of child protection and youth justice practice; facilitation and strong writing skills; ability to build connections; knowledge of tikanga Māori.

Supporting youth leaders · Managing administration · Promoting training

Exceptional communication and organizational skills, aptitude for working with diverse groups, computer and internet access, minimum two hours per week, and occasional overnight camps.

Leading youth division · Mentoring leaders · Planning programs

Proven leadership skills, interest in working with young people, strong relationship-building, computer and internet access, minimum two hours per week, and occasional overnight camps.

Providing support · Conducting risk assessments · Coaching advisors

2+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology, social work, psychotherapy or related discipline, or 2+ years experience supporting individuals affected by family violence or sexual harm; working towards registration in Mental Health and Addictions; experience in supervision or coaching; ideally 6+ months telehealth experience.

Leading youth leaders · Supporting administration · Promoting training

Exceptional communication, organizational and planning skills; aptitude for working with diverse groups; computer and internet access; minimum two hours per week and occasional overnight camps.

Supporting routines · Administering medication · Encouraging independence

No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided. Requires empathy, initiative, teamwork, willingness to learn, a New Zealand full driver's licence, and New Zealand work eligibility.