Fixed-Term Social Worker — Parental Leave Coverage (Orewa)

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Auckland; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular supervision and training

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking two SWRB-registered social workers for fixed-term/secondment roles starting early 2027 to cover parental leave. Roles are based at the Orewa site on Tamaki Makaurau and include regular supervision and training opportunities.

Applicants must hold SWRB registration with a current Annual Practising Certificate, a recognised social work qualification, and a full NZ driver’s licence. Excellent communication and cross-cultural awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• SWRB registration with current Annual Practising Certificate
• Social worker qualification recognised by SWRB
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with social services, agencies and providers to meet the needs of the child or young person and their family
• Work in a fast-paced environment to ensure needs are fully met
• Contribute to positive outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau

Skills

SWRB registration

Social worker qualification

Driver's licence

Excellent communication

Time management

Report writing

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

SWRB-recognised social work degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking two SWRB-registered social workers for fixed-term/secondment roles starting early 2027 to cover parental leave. Roles are based at the Orewa site on Tamaki Makaurau and include regular supervision and training opportunities.

Applicants must hold SWRB registration with a current Annual Practising Certificate, a recognised social work qualification, and a full NZ driver’s licence. Excellent communication and cross-cultural awareness are essential.