Caregiver Social Worker - CGRS Nelson

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Nelson; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration progression

Flexible work options

Training & development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in New Zealand is seeking a Caregiver Social Worker to recruit, assess and support caregivers, helping tamariki and rangatahi achieve safe, stable homes. You will work with caregivers, whānau and other agencies to build tailored strategies and ensure caregivers have resources and information they need.

The role requires a Social Work qualification and SWRB registration, resilience, and strong relationship management, with opportunities for training,

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with SWRB.
• Full registration with New Zealand’s SWRB and annual practicing certificate.
• Demonstrated resilience, critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, assess and support caregivers to provide safe homes for tamariki.
• Partner with caregivers, whānau and non-whānau to tailor support.
• Collaborate with child’s Social Worker and other agencies to address needs.
• Develop individualised strategies to achieve great outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.
• Provide ongoing guidance and resources to caregivers.

Skills

Relationship management

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Resilience

Understanding Treaty of Waitangi

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Specialised role, focusing on recruiting, assessing and supporting caregivers to provide the best possible care of tamariki. Make a tangible difference to the experience and outcomes of tamariki and young persons in Aotearoa.Mō te tūnga | About the roleCaregivers take on an important role in the lives of tamariki who cannot live safely at home. As a Caregiver Social Worker, you will partner closely with our caregivers to help them understand the role they play at each stage of a child's journey through care. With your strong relationship management skills and commitment to providing tailored support, you will ensure that our caregivers are well prepared with the resources, skills and information that they need to provide nurturing, safe and stable homes for tamariki. As part of your work, you will build relationships with and support whānau and non-whānau caregivers, emergency and respite caregivers and long-term caregivers.The role is varied and deeply rewarding, with the opportunity to deliver tangible and meaningful benefits to your community. You will work as a team with the child's Social Worker to identify key or underlying issues and develop creative, individually tailored strategies that provide cohesive support from all angles to facilitate great outcomes for tamariki who need caring for. Where required, you will also work with other agencies, community groups and providers to ensure the needs of our caregivers are met. This role will form an essential part of our team where there is a strong focus on recruitment and support of caregivers as well as the placements of Tamariki and Rangatahi. The role requires an individual with a keen eye for detail and assessment writing expertise. As this role is a Social Worker position, not Caregiver, you must hold a Social Work qualification and be registered with SWRB. We work from a strengths-based perspective and proactively share knowledge, learnings and insights across the team to ensure that all our members feel heard, supported and well prepared to deliver their best. You will receive a full induction into the role, regular training and supervision, and have the benefit of a strong peer and leadership group.

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values: We put Tamariki first We believe Aroha is vital We respect the Mana of people. We are Tika and Pono We value Whakapapa. We recognise that Oranga is a journey.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring.

• A recognised Social Work qualification by the Social Worker Registration Board (SWRB)
• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Worker Registration Board and an annual practicing certificate (or the ability to gain registration with the SWRB)
• Demonstrated resilience, critical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
• Skills in analysing information and time management
• Upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and demonstrating this in practice
• Passion and vision for caregivers and what they need to succeed.
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• A valid and clean NewZambia's driver's licence
• Ability to undertake emergency work when required which maybe outside of standard work hours.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you.

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $81k and $97k dependant on experience, with tenure-based progression steps above this range.

• We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.
• We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.
• We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.

This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz /working-with-us/employee-benefits/