Fixed-Term Whanau Worker, Balclutha

• Part Time

• Application Closes 20 Nov 2026

• Otago - Clutha

• Community and Social Service Specialist

• Whanau Worker

• Family Works, Balclutha, South Otago

• Fixed term position, working 15 hours per week.

About the role

The opportunity to effect real change for tamariki and whanau doesn’t come along every day, but right now you have the chance to join our Family Works team at Presbyterian Support Otago.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering and co-ordinating group Programme's in South Otago as well as working alongside our local Financial Mentor, and whanau worker and our wider multi-disciplinary Family Works team across the Otago region to provide effective, quality services to clients and the community.

Hours: This is fixed term position, working 15 hours per week until August 2027.

About You

We would love you to:

• Have a clear understanding of child development and proven ability to relate to people.
• Have the ability to demonstrate exceptional planning, and organisational skills.
• Have the ability to manage complex and competing priorities effectively.
• Have skills in use of computer systems and database to maximise the use of technology for improved service provision.
• Understand the social and economic complexities that exist in the community.
• Have highly developed interpersonal skills, including relationship skills and advocacy skills.
• Be able to work independently but also as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience working within the social, health or justice sectors is of benefit
• Have highly developed interpersonal skills, including relationship skills and advocacy skills.

What We Offer

As a member of the Family Works team at Presbyterian Support Otago, you will also be a part of a larger regional team of colleagues. This role will give you the opportunity to make a real difference for tamariki, rangatahi and whanau in our community.

• Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation.
• Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives across the generations.
• Personal growth and career development opportunities.
• Significant on-the-job training.
• Discounts with local businesses.

About Us

Family Works is a service within Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) that works to ensure every person is valued and grows in a safe and strong community. PSO is a Charitable Trust established in 1906, and is a leading provider of aged care, retirement living and social services to the people of Otago and the wider South Island. With over 800 staff and 500 volunteers, we operate a highly regarded network of 7 care homes across Otago, and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.

Join the Family Works Team - To apply, click "Apply Now".

For further information contact Jollene Warrington 021 595 136

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.

If you have difficulty applying, please email [email protected] - Please note that no applications will be accepted via email.

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.