Part-Time Social Worker – Transforming Tamariki (Tokoroa)

Oranga Tamariki

Tokoroa

Remote

NZD 81,000 - 98,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Tokoroa seeks a passionate Social Worker for a part-time role (20 hours per week). You will listen to tamariki and rangatahi, complete assessments, and collaborate with whānau to create positive changes. Requires full NZ driver’s license, SWRB registration, and a current practicing certificate.

Prior NZ child-protection experience is preferred. Join a dedicated Service Delivery team focused on tamariki wellbeing.

Qualifications

Must hold full NZ driver’s licence.
Must be fully registered with NZ Social Work Registration Board (SWRB).
Must hold a current practicing certificate.
Experience in the child-protection sector in NZ is preferred.
Demonstrated empathy, patience and ability to see beyond challenges.
Able to analyse and prepare social work plans and other documents.
Ability to assess risk and make tough decisions.
Strong verbal communication and Court report writing skills.

Responsibilities

Listen to tamariki and rangatahi voices and support them or their whānau to make positive changes.
Collaborate with diverse cultural groups and people from different backgrounds.
Conduct full assessments on tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.
Facilitate hui and help whānau build capacity to care for tamariki and rangatahi.
Plan and deliver interventions to support tamariki and rangatahi within their whānau.
Work with community partners, NGOs, and state sector agencies.
Advocate for tamariki and rangatahi to ensure access to support and resources.