Whānau Support Kaimahi - Northland
The Kaimahi role provides frontline, culturally grounded behaviour change support for men who use violence, with the aim of restoring whānau wellbeing and strengthening the safety of women, children, and families.
About the Role
As a Kaimahi, you will deliver frontline mentoring and case management that promotes non-violence, accountability, and sustainable behaviour change. You will work closely with whānau, communities, and partner agencies to support safer futures for women, children, and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver one-to-one and small group mentoring (in person and/or online)
- Develop and review individualised behaviour change plans
- Facilitate sessions that may involve whānau where appropriate and safe
- Maintain strong professional boundaries, accountability, and ethical practice
- Ensure the safety of women and children is central to all decision-making
- Deliver services in line with Te Huringa ō Te Ao, MSD contracts, and national best practice
- Participate in service development, continuous improvement, and reflective practice
- Contribute to data collection, reporting, and quality assurance processes P
Please Note: This role does not provide crisis response or specialist mental health, addictions, housing, or food support services.
About you
This Kaimahi position offers a remarkable opportunity to apply your skills and passion in serving Pacific communities in specific areas of need. You will have:
- You will bring strong cultural competence, professionalism, and the ability to work with complexity while maintaining accountability.
- Experience in social services, family violence, behaviour change, or related fields
- Experience in case management, mentoring, or facilitation
- A strong understanding of Pacific cultures, values, and protocols
- The ability to engage whānau and reflect whānau voice in practice
- Confidence working within structured frameworks and service guidelines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High computer literacy and documentation skills
- A full New Zealand driver’s licence
Desirable skills:
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline
- Pacific language skills
- Experience working with Pacific and/or Māori communities
Location: Northland