Straight from employers' career sites

Social services jobs in Canterbury.

10 open roles, 4 posted this week, most paying $65k to $113k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Social services1 day ago

    Volunteer Caring Caller Team Leader

    Hato Hone St John · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand organization serving communities through health and wellbeing services since 1885.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteVolunteerMid levelManages people

    Recruiting volunteers · Mentoring volunteers · Organizing events

    Over 18 years of age; excellent communication and empathy; previous team management and administration experience; competent computer skills; commit 2-3 hours per week.

  • Social services5 days ago

    Service Manager

    NZ Ministry of Justice · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry modernizing court and tribunal administration through digital case management.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $99.2k-$127.7k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading team · Managing service delivery · Building relationships

    Proven leadership and service management experience across multiple locations; ability to build relationships with iwi, communities, courts and agencies; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi; full driver licence; regular regional travel.

    Generous leave
  • Social services5 days ago

    Housing Service Delivery Manager

    Comcare Trust · 11-50 employees

    A mental health and housing provider supporting people with mental health or addiction issues to live well in the community.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading service delivery · Managing stakeholder relationships · Driving continuous improvement

    Strong leadership experience in housing, social services, health, community, or disability sectors; proven track record leading service delivery teams; experience managing stakeholder relationships, contracts, quality systems, and organizational performance; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Social services5 days ago

    Casual Women's Night Shelter Support Worker

    Christchurch City Mission · 51-200 employees

    A mission providing support and shelter for people experiencing homelessness and complex needs.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $29.90-$31.30 an hourOnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing client support · Maintaining shelter safety · Managing medications

    Experience supporting people affected by homelessness, mental health, addiction, trauma or other complex needs; strong communication and professional boundaries; NZ/AU citizenship, residency or valid work visa.

  • Social services12 days ago

    Social Worker - Papanui Site

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry providing social policy advice and income, employment, and housing support.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $81.2k-$97.6k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    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.

  • Social services16 days ago

    Senior Monitor

    Aroturuki Tamariki · 51-200 employees

    An independent monitor of the oranga tamariki system, checking that organizations meet children's needs and improve outcomes.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $90.7k-$118.7k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    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.

  • Social services18 days ago

    Volunteer Assistant Divisional Youth Manager

    Hato Hone St John · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand organization serving communities through health and wellbeing services since 1885.

    Ashburton, Canterbury
    OnsiteVolunteerNo experience needed

    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.

  • Social services18 days ago

    Volunteer Divisional Youth Manager

    Hato Hone St John · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand organization serving communities through health and wellbeing services since 1885.

    Ashburton, Canterbury
    OnsiteVolunteerMid levelManages people

    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.

  • Social services18 days ago

    Family & Sexual Harm Advisor

    Whakarongorau Aotearoa · 201-1000 employees

    A social enterprise and virtual health and social services organisation connecting people with care when they need it.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $27.65-$31.25 an hourHybridPart timeEntry level

    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.

  • Social services22 days ago

    Support Worker - 1:1 Support & Permanent Reliever

    Hōhepa Canterbury · 51-200 employees

    A community leader providing services and support for people with intellectual disabilities to live enriched lives.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    $23.95-$30.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeTemporaryNo experience needed

    Providing support · Administering medication · Encouraging independence

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

    Retirement savingsStudy support
Social services jobs in Canterbury | SmartCVs