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:

- Kaiārahi (Team Leader) to join our Noho Pai Sustaining Tenancies team within the Piki te Kaha Pou. In this role, you’ll mentor and coach a group of Kaimahi (staff), while also collaborating with other organisations. You will play a key role in fostering and maintaining a positive organisational culture by guiding, coaching, and modelling strong leadership.

A Social Work Degree or a qualification as a registerable AoD practitioner is required for this role. 

You will need excellent rapport-building skills, be non-judgmental, highly organised and a a role model for effective whānau-centric practice and leadership. Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential.

The Piki te Kaha Pou provides a range of home and community-based services that support the long-term wellbeing of whānau who may be impacted by a range of factors, including mental health, addictions, chronic homelessness and/or trauma. Services within the Piki te Kaha Pou utilise a range of approaches and tools to support and motivate whānau on a journey towards their housing and social aspirations.

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 job description HERE.

If you are interested in applying for a role with us, please apply through Seek and include an up-to-date CV and cover letter

- Kaimahi (staff) to join our Aro Mai Housing First team. This role work within DCM’s Piki te Kaha Pou and 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.

A qualification in Social Work is required for this role. 

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.

The Piki te Kaha Pou provides a range of home and community-based services that support the long-term wellbeing of whānau who may be impacted by a range of factors, including mental health, addictions, chronic homelessness and/or trauma. Services within the Piki te Kaha Pou utilise a range of approaches and tools to support and motivate whānau on a journey towards their housing and social aspirations.

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 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 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.

- Administrator– Kaimahi Whakahaerenga to join our team in Wellington.

This role will support the smooth and effective functioning of DCM by providing high-quality administrative support across our organisation. As a key enabler of our mahi, the Kaimahi Whakahaerenga ensures our systems, documentation, and day-to-day processes are well managed, efficient, and responsive to the needs of our teams and the whānau we serve.

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? 

DCM (Downtown Community Ministry) is the leading social service in Wellington working with people who are experiencing homelessness – in particular, those who are rough sleeping or without shelter. 

Sitting in the heart of Wellington at 2 Lukes Lane on the site of Te Aro Pā, the most marginalised people in our city come to us because they genuinely feel welcome and because what we do works, and makes a difference in their lives.

We have a supportive and friendly team who have a reputation for working on some of the biggest issues in Wellington, supporting people to break the cycle of homelessness, and to find recovery, wholeness and reconnection.

A day in the life of a DCM Kaimahi (staff) 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.

If you are interested in applying for a role with us, please apply through Seek and include an up-to-date CV and cover letter.