Ko mātou tēnei I This is Us

We believe everyone should be able to actively contribute to their community and thrive. We are a not-for-profit organisation spanning from Taupō to Whangarei, providing access to critical health and social services. We are proud of our core services: Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline, and Shine.

Shine is part of PSN, a values-led organisation with a strong history of delivering community support services. Everything we do is focused on creating a better life for everyone. We partner with others to offer advocacy and trusted support to our clients, driven by compassion, respect, and a commitment to honour tangata whenua.

Shine (Safer Homes in New Zealand Everyday) is a specialist family violence service provider offering a range of supports aimed at helping people experiencing family violence become safer. Our Education and Training Team delivers programmes such as Shine RESPOND, community professional training, and the DVFREE workplace programme.

Te Kowhiringa I The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated trainer to deliver the family violence component of the FVSV (Family Violence and Sexual Violence) Training Package to the Ministry of Justice Court workforce nationwide. As part of the Shine Education and Training team, you will also facilitate training for professionals and community members.

In this role, you will:

• Facilitate the FVSV Training Package for the MoJ Court workforce
• Deliver other Shine education and training programmes as needed
• Be available for extensive national travel

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe I Your Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification, ideally with postgraduate studies in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Women’s Studies, or a closely related field
• Proven experience in family violence response, with a deep understanding of family violence dynamics such as coercive control, entrapment, and resistance
• Confident and skilled in training and facilitation
• Respect and knowledge of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga, with experience in kaupapa Māori approaches
• NZ Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 4 or 5) or equivalent is preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi nei I Highlights of Working with Us

We are committed to creating a diverse work place where you can look forward to feeling included and valued for your contribution. Examples of our commitment, include that we are a dementia friendly organisation, a DVFREE Tick Accredited employer, a member of Diversity Works NZ; and a member of the Pride Pledge.

Our people are critical to our success. Part of working as part of our team means that you will have access to:

• Counselling and support through our Employee Assistance programmes
• Wellbeing support and resources for you and your family
• Discounts for a range of services and product, through our BOOST programme
• A reward each time you successfully refer a friend or family to work for PSN
• Formal recognition for your service from 5 years of service
• Kiwi saver contribution in addition to your base salary
• Apply to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave each year

Contact Recruitment@psn.org.nz if you have any questions or would like a copy of the Role Profile.

To check out our Careers page, please copy and paste https://careers.psn.org.nz/ into your browser to learn more about us and working here, including other exciting opportunities with us.

E hika ma, Tono a mai! (What are you waiting for)… join our team and be part of the solution!