Lead Social Worker Supervisor – Tamariki & Whānau (Flexible Hours)

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 111,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Wellbeing and professional development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Christchurch East is seeking a Supervisor Social Worker to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across the Christchurch East area. You will ensure timely decisions, manage workload and develop your team's practice depth in line with our Practice Framework.

The role requires leadership, strong relationship skills with Iwi and other agencies, and a commitment to tamariki wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driver's licence
• Full registration with NZ Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• Previous people management/mentoring experience is essential

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across the Christchurch East area
• Identify professional development needs and support growth of the team
• Manage workflow and ensure timely, well-considered decisions
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Iwi and other agencies

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Time management

Education

SWRB-registered social worker

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Christchurch East is seeking a Supervisor Social Worker to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across the Christchurch East area. You will ensure timely decisions, manage workload and develop your team's practice depth in line with our Practice Framework.

The role requires leadership, strong relationship skills with Iwi and other agencies, and a commitment to tamariki wellbeing.