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Current vacancies at Dayspring
At Dayspring, we focus on enhancing the mental health and well-being of mothers and families in our community. A strong team is crucial for our mission, and we seek dedicated individuals who wish to impact maternal mental health positively.
Check out our available job openings below!
Why Work With Us?
Make a Difference: Be part of a dedicated team supporting mothers facing mental health challenges.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside compassionate and skilled professionals committed to community well-being.
Growth Opportunities: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development to enhance your skills.
Dayspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Current Open Positions
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Location: Auckland
Employment Type: Full time (35 hours/week)
Application Deadline: 12 September 2025Key Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire a small, committed team of CSWs working from a strengths-based approach.
Ensure high-quality service delivery aligned with our maternal mental health contract and values.
Work closely with mothers and their whānau to build trust, connection, and engagement. Visiting clients in their homes or nominated place providing support where it’s needed most
Work alongside health professionals and social agencies to deliver care and support māmā and tamariki.
Monitor performance and outcomes to meet service delivery standards and contractual obligations.
This role requires a strong commitment to delivering outcome-focused, culturally responsive support services that make a lasting difference.
What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a confident and compassionate leader who brings both heart and expertise to the role. The ideal candidate will have:
Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide and support a small, dedicated team.
Experience in mental health services, ideally within a maternal mental health setting.
Understanding of Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora contracts and how to deliver services that meet these standards.
A proactive mindset with strong process improvement and initiative-taking abilities.
A positive, flexible, and dependable attitude, grounded in empathy and compassion.
Cultural competency and a commitment to working respectfully with diverse communities.
Strong advocacy skills to champion the needs and rights of clients.
Effective problem-solving abilities and a calm, solutions-focused approach.
A commitment to safeguarding client wellbeing, with consistent monitoring and support.
Attention to detail, especially in record-keeping and outcome measurement.
Confidence in implementing policies and procedures, including child protection and client confidentiality.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting maternal mental health and want to join our team, we would love to hear from you! Please follow these steps to apply:
Enquire at Dayspring: Please email admin@dayspring.org.nz for the Job description.
Submit Your Application: Send your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to admin@dayspring.org.nz.
Application Review: Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Interview Process: Participate in interviews to discuss your experience and how you can contribute to our mission.
Join Us: If selected, you’ll be welcomed to our team to help make a positive impact in our community!
Contact Us
For any inquiries regarding vacancies or the application process,
please contact us at admin@dayspring.org.nz