Careers
Safer Mid Canterbury provides a range of child, youth, adult and family community services across the Ashburton District. We are a non-profit organisation that has been operating as a charitable trust for more than 25 years, providing free and confidential services that focus on a healthier, stronger and safer community for all.
All positions will require staff who:
- Are sensitive to, and accommodating of, cultural and individual differences,
- Are able to maintain a high level of confidentiality,
- Have a commitment to, and understanding of, te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi),
- Have a passion for, and commitment to, providing non-judgemental services and supports to vulnerable people.
In return, we offer a family-friendly, professional work environment with the ability to make a real and significant difference in the lives of people in our district.
To apply for a position, please download an application form and return it to us with your CV and cover letter. Please follow all instructions on the application form.
All roles listed have a job description which you can also download. Please call us on 03 308 1395 if you require further information.
Click here for the application form [PDF]
Click here for the application form [Word]
Youth Support Worker/CACTUS Programme Co-coordinator
We currently have an exciting position available: a dual role as Youth Support Worker and CACTUS Programme Co-coordinator.
- Are you committed to supporting young people to reach their potential?
- Do you have experience in supporting young people individually and in group environments?
- Do you have experience in developing, overseeing and managing personal client goals and plans?
- Do you have experience in developing, overseeing and running group activities and programmes? Outdoor experience a plus.
- Do you understand the needs of young people and how to support these?
- Do you have knowledge and experience to work in a positive strength-based way with youth?
This role is a full-time (40 hours a week) dual role with the ability to make a significant difference to the lives of young people aged 10 to 18 in our district. In return, we offer a family-friendly, supportive and professional work environment.
Applications close on Wednesday the 14th of August.
Click here for the job description.
Refugee Volunteer Show of Interest Form
If you are interested in volunteering in some way for the Refugee Settlement Support team, please download the Show of Interest form and return it to Safer Mid Canterbury reception at 255 Moore Street, or email it to Kathy at kathy.harrington-watt@safer.org.nz.