Training and Employment

The New Zealand Family Violence Clearinghouse provides information about training opportunities and career development for people who currently work or want to work in the field of family violence intervention and prevention. When available, job opportunities are also listed.

If your organisation offers courses specifically relating to family violence, or has job vacancies in this area that you would like advertised, please contact the Clearinghouse.

Please also see the Events page for upcoming day to week long training workshops.

Training

Career Services

Career Services is a government agency that provides a one-stop website for people seeking support in the planning of their career. Based on an inclusive approach, the service offers all people in New Zealand information, advice and guidance in relation to tertiary or trade training, and the labour market.

From the homepage you can search for advice on choosing, planning and developing your career; explore information on jobs in New Zealand and learn about industries; find out about national and regional trends; search for courses and training information; and tools to find jobs that match your skills, the subjects you enjoy, and your interests.

To find out about courses in social work, counselling, or psychotherapy, from the Home page click on “Courses and Training”, then click on “Course database”, and scroll down the page and click on either “Community and Social Work”, “Guidance and Counselling”, or “Psychotherpy”.

CPS

Preventing harm to Children through education and awareness

CPS is a non-profit child advocacy service which provides access to child protection training programmes for individuals and organisations in New Zealand.

CPS offers two NZQA approved courses: ‘Child Protection Studies Programme’ and ‘Diploma in Child Protection Studies’. Additionally, a number of workshops are held throughout New Zealand each year.

Diploma in Violence and Trauma Studies

Public Health and Psychosocial Studies - AUT

The Diploma in Violence and Trauma Studies at AUT is a one year fulltime programme, although students can also enrol part-time and complete the course over two years.

The aim of the programme is to provide vocational training in violence, abuse and trauma studies for people working, or interested in working within social service settings, along with the health and justice sector. Students develop an understanding of theory and practice in this field, and the skills and attitudes necessary to enhance work practice.

Human Services 103: Violence in Society

The School of Social Work and Human Services, University of Canterbury

This course introduces students to the contemporary issue of violence in society and its impact on the community. A broad overview of five main areas of violence is provided within the course: child protection; family violence; youth violence; institutional and cultural violence; and criminal and forensic violence.

Human Services 206: Child Protection and Family Welfare

The School of Social Work and Human Services, University of Canterbury

This course introduces students to the area of child protection and child and family welfare practice and policy, and provides an overview of the three main phases of child welfare: investigative, solution-focused, and statutory systems of care.

Employment

After Hours Callout Advocacy Team Volunteers

shine*

shine* (Safer Homes In New Zealand Everyday) is seeking volunteers for its ‘after hours’ call-out Advocacy team.

Volunteers will gain free professional training and support, develop new skills and specialised knowledge and become part of a highly valued team.

Volunteer training days are held on Saturdays.

For further information or to register your interest, ph 09 303 3938 ext 813 or email receptionist@2shine.org.nz

Communications Advisor

NCIWR

NCIWR is an independent, non-government umbrella organisation for member Refuges throughout New Zealand with its National Office based in Wellington.

We are looking for someone to step into the role of Communications Advisor. This is a critical, demanding and stimulating role. A key member of the team, you will report directly to the Chief Executive. Your media experience, excellent communication and writing skills will be vital as you liaise with media, prepare media releases and keep abreast of current news and events. Use your creative flair as you prepare topical speeches and presentations for a variety of audiences.

This position calls for a self starter who has a positive attitude, is enthusiastic and outgoing, with great interpersonal skills and strong relationship building and networking abilities. This role has variety and challenge and will require strong time and project management skills.

An understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and a sound knowledge of the political environment that we operate in, would be a definite advantage.

This is not a new entry role and we will be looking for:

A tertiary qualification in Communications, Media or Journalism with at least 5 years or more experience
Internal communications, PR activities and event planning experience is a must
Background or experience in broadcasting, radio and TV, a definite advantage
Experience and competency in Website management
Political nous and understanding of NGO and Government sectors
Portfolio of articles, reports and media assignments covered
Understanding and knowledge of Tikanga Maori

If you think this role might be for you and would like the opportunity to become part of a strong and dedicated team we would welcome your application.

For further enquiries about the position or a copy of the job description and an application pack, contact Cheryl Gibbs at ea@refuge.org.nz or phone 04 802 5078.

Applications close at 5:00 pm on 6 September 2010

Whanganui Living Without Violence Trust

Whanganui Living Without Violence Trust has several opportunities for qualified and experienced professionals to join its small team of dedicated staff:

Clinical Team Leader
This is a new role for an experienced and qualified counsellor or psychotherapist to provide clinical guidance to the team and counselling to clients. The Clinical Team Leader will also play an important role in developing new services, particularly family therapy.

The Trust is seeking a qualified and experienced counsellor with at least 5 years experience in counselling and a good understanding of the dynamics of family violence.
This is a full time position (37.5 hours per week), Monday to Friday
Based in Wanganui
Competitive starting salary offered.

Senior Counsellor / Facilitator
The Trust is seeking a qualified counsellor / psychotherapist to join its team to provide counselling to our adult clients, providing our stopping violence programme.
A qualified counsellor / psychotherapist with at least 3 years experience in counselling working with adults is preferred.
This is a part time position, up to 20 hours per week.
Based in Wanganui.

Social Worker
An opportunity exists for a social worker to join the team in a newly developed role. The role of the social worker is to provide social work support to clients, as well as undertaking partner liaison and community collaboration and education work. The role offers variety in a small, friendly environment.

The Trust is looking for a qualified and experienced social worker.
The position is based in Wanganui and is up to 30 hours per week.

These positions would suit individuals who enjoy working for an NGO in a small friendly and supportive environment.
External supervision and training is provided by the agency for each of the roles.

The closing date for each of these positions is 17 September 2010

For position descriptions please contact Rose at wlwvta@xtra.co.nz or Kim at wlwvt@xtra.co.nz or on phone 063477992
Please send job applications including a covering letter and current CV to Kim at wlwvt@xtra.co.nz

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