Lead Social Worker - Whānau-Centered & Flexible

New Zealand Government; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Lower Hutt is seeking a Supervisor Social Worker to lead and supervise a team of social workers delivering whānau-focused services. You will work closely with iwi, government and non-government partners to support tamariki and whānau, travel regionally as needed and uphold our practice framework.

The ideal candidate will have SWRB registration, a social work degree, a driver’s licence and demonstrable people-management experience, with a pro‑active,

Qualifications

• Full, clean driver’s licence.
• Full registration with NZ SWRB.
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB.
• Previous people management and/or mentoring experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of social workers across these areas.
• Identify professional development needs and support growth.
• Manage workflow and ensure timely, sound decisions.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Relationship building

Time management

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Social work qualification recognised by SWRB

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Lower Hutt is seeking a Supervisor Social Worker to lead and supervise a team of social workers delivering whānau-focused services. You will work closely with iwi, government and non-government partners to support tamariki and whānau, travel regionally as needed and uphold our practice framework.

The ideal candidate will have SWRB registration, a social work degree, a driver’s licence and demonstrable people-management experience, with a pro‑active,