Vacancies at DCM

We currently have multiple roles open across our organisation.

DCM has a supportive and friendly culture with a reputation for working on some of the biggest issues in Wellington, supporting people to break the cycle of homelessness and find recovery, wholeness and reconnection.

A day in the life of a DCM kaimahi (staff member) is diverse, interesting, energising, and extremely satisfying. If you would like to experience such a day, please have a look at our film clip here.

The roles we have open are as follows:

- Communications & Fundraising - Maternity Fixed Term Contract

We’re looking for a Communications & Fundraising Kaimahi to join our Pūrongo Kāhui team, covering maternity leave. This role is all about building high-trust relationships—with donors, supporters, and the wider community—through powerful storytelling, strategic communications, and targeted fundraising.

You’ll help amplify DCM’s voice, grow our supporter base, and secure funding through grants and one-on-one donor relationships. You’ll also play a key role in strengthening our brand, managing our social media presence, and supporting special events.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and share stories and evidence that connect donors and supporters with DCM’s kaupapa and impact

• Oversee DCM’s social media presence, ensuring high engagement and strong brand representation

• Support brand building, media relations, and public engagement

• Assist with special events that strengthen relationships with donors and supporters

About You
You’re a relationship-builder, storyteller, and have technical skills around database management and communication tools.  You understand the power of communications to inspire action and the importance of trust in fundraising. You’re confident writing for diverse audiences and have experience in grant writing or donor engagement.

You’ll Bring:

• Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and digital

• Experience in communications, fundraising, or stakeholder engagement

• Strong understanding of social media strategy and content creation

• Grant writing or donor relationship experience (event fundraising not required)

·         Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

• A collaborative, values-driven approach to your mahi

·         Astute with technology, including the digital landscape.

·         A relevant qualification in this role is favourable

You can find the full job description HERE.

If you are interested in a role with us please send us your up-to-date CV and a cover letter HR@dcm.org.nz by Friday 3rd October 2025, 5pm.

- Social Workers

Are you someone who is solutions-focused, creative, and willing to roll up your sleeves and do whatever it takes to see people thrive? Are you looking for a job where you can support some of Wellington’s most marginalised to achieve greater wellbeing in life? 

We are looking for social workers to join the:

• Piki te Kaha Pou - Aro Mai Housing First -This role involves working directly with whānau to move them from homelessness into housing, then providing intensive wraparound support and regular home visits to ensure they sustain their tenancy.

• Piki te Ora Pou - this role involves building relationships with individuals through assertive outreach and duty/triage/assessment services. You will need to be able to quickly assess needs, strengths, risks, and create individual case plans and provide support to address urgent and immediate needs.

A qualification in Social Work is required for these roles. 

You will need excellent rapport-building skills, be non-judgmental, highly organised and a good team player. Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential.

We acknowledge that the work we do is intensive and therefore believe strongly in a good work/life balance, on-going training, and supervision. DCM offers unlimited sick leave and is committed to employee wellbeing. 

A day in the life of a DCM kaimahi is diverse, interesting, energising, and extremely satisfying. If you would like to experience such a day, please have a look at our film clip below or here: https://youtu.be/Q4zpD6xk4rU?si=7OSA7ZF2fVj1d-2r and visit our website – https://www.dcm.org.nz/ – for some inspiring stories.

You can find the full Piki te Kaha Social Worker job description HERE.

You can find the full Piki te Ora Social Worker job description HERE.

If you are interested in applying for a role with us, please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter at HR@dcm.org.nz

- Kaiāwhina (Peer Support Worker) to join our Piki te Kaha Pou in Wellington.

The role of Kaiāwhina Piki te Kaha involves working directly with whānau to move them from homelessness into housing and providing intensive wrap around supports and regular home visits to ensure whānau are able to reach their housing and social aspirations. Kaiāwhina Piki te Kaha work with whānau who are at risk of losing their home, to address their health concerns, live adequately on their income and manage their debt, and to connect to their whānau and other supports.

The successful applicant will have the following qualities:

• Reliability, punctuality and flexibility.

• Able to engage and connect with taumai.

• Require a good level of physical fitness – Duties may include lifting, carrying, standing for long periods and working in varying conditions.

• Able to carry out instructions.

• Respect the need for confidentiality.

• Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

• Be aware of and sensitive to cultural differences.

• A willingness to proactively contribute to your team, by supporting your team mates and giving and receiving feedback.

• An understanding of the importance of following safety policies and practices to keep everyone safe.

• Willing to undertake training to upskill as needed.

• A full driver’s licence is preferable.

A day in the life of a DCM Kaiāwhina is diverse, interesting, energising, and extremely satisfying. If you would like to experience such a day, please have a look at our film clip below or here: https://youtu.be/Q4zpD6xk4rU?si=7OSA7ZF2fVj1d-2r and visit our website – https://www.dcm.org.nz/ – for some inspiring stories.

You can find the full job description HERE.

To apply, please send your up-to-date CV and a cover letter (stating the role you are applying for) to HR@dcm.org.nz.

- Kaiāwhina (Peer Support Worker) to join our Piki te Ora Pou in Wellington.

The role of Kaiāwhina Piki te Ora work within DCM’s Piki te Ora Pou. The role involves working with whānau who are rough sleeping, street begging and living in cars, supporting and motivating them to set out on a journey to sustainable housing and greater wellbeing. At Te Hāpai (a safe space at DCM for whānau experiencing homelessness), kaiāwhina engage with whānau to triage and support their needs, provide manaakitanga through hospitality, and refer to other DCM services as needed.

The successful applicant will have the following qualities:

• Reliability, punctuality and flexibility.

• Able to engage and connect with whanau.

• Require a good level of physical fitness – Duties may include lifting, carrying, standing for long periods and working in varying conditions.

• Able to carry out instructions.

• Respect the need for confidentiality.

• Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

• Be aware of and sensitive to cultural differences.

• A willingness to proactively contribute to your team, by supporting your team mates and giving and receiving feedback.

• An understanding of the importance of following safety policies and practices to keep everyone safe.

• Willing to undertake training to upskill as needed.

• A full driver’s licence is preferable.

A day in the life of a DCM Kaiāwhina is diverse, interesting, energising, and extremely satisfying. If you would like to experience such a day, please have a look at our film clip below or here: https://youtu.be/Q4zpD6xk4rU?si=7OSA7ZF2fVj1d-2r and visit our website – https://www.dcm.org.nz/ – for some inspiring stories.

You can find the full job description HERE.

To apply, please send your up-to-date CV and a cover letter (stating the role you are applying for) to HR@dcm.org.nz.