Are you passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of others and minimising gambling harm?
Do you want to make a positive impact for tāngata whaiora and whānau?
Are you experienced in mental health and addictions?
Then this will be the opportunity for you!
We are seeking an experienced fixed-term Pou Āwhina Counsellor in the mental health and addiction field to join our PGF Services team in Christchurch.
About us
The PGF Services nationwide team consists of qualified counsellors providing free, professional and confidential counselling services for both gamblers and others affected by gambling and a dedicated public health team working on harmful gambling issues in the community using a health promotion approach.
Harmful gambling is a significant social issue in New Zealand and at PGF Services, we work with communities, district and city councils, gambling providers and policy makers to support the change necessary to reduce gambling harm.
Job Description
About the role
The successful candidate will provide whānau support services for those already experiencing harm from the impacts of gambling and other co-existing issues, along with providing education and engagement in the region to raise awareness of gambling harm.
Please click PGF Services Pou Āwhina Counsellor Job Description to view the full job description.- please note that you will only be able to view this via our website at pgf.nz/careers
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
Completed qualification in a relevant field such as social work, counselling and/or addiction
Membership to an appropriate governing body such as NZ Psychological Society, Social Work Registration Board, NZ Council of Nursing, Dapaanz, or NZAC
Self-motivation, with the ability to work autonomously
Ability to work cross-culturally and engage with diverse communities
Effective and respectful communication skills
Strong work ethic and high standards of record keeping
Skills to build professional relationships with community organisations
Competence in data entry and Microsoft 365 programmes desirable
Full and clean driver’s licence
What we Offer
Flexible working environment
Five weeks annual leave
KiwiSaver
Competitive salary based on skills and experience
Phone plan
Career development and training opportunities
Regular kaupapa Māori supervision
Fortnightly external supervision
Use of company vehicle
One day of Birthday leave
If you want to make a difference by working to reduce gambling harm and achieve healthy communities, then we want to hear from you. Applications will close at 5.00pm on 17 May 2024 unless filled prior.
Please note: To apply for this role you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
