Permanent Social Worker – Whānau, Māori Partnerships

New Zealand Government; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Training and development

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki is seeking a permanent full-time social worker for the Whanganui site. You will assess safety and risk, lead hui, design plans in partnership with whānau and iwi, and uplift mana through compassionate teamwork.

The role emphasizes culturally aligned practice with Māori and Pasifika communities. Applicants should hold SWRB registration (or be eligible), a recognised social work qualification, and a full NZ drivers licence, with strong communication and digital literacy skills.

Qualifications

• Full SWRB registration (or eligibility to register in near future)
• Recognised social work qualification
• Genuine strengths-based practice approach
• Full clean NZ drivers licence
• Commitment to partnering with whānau
• Experience in statutory social work (preferred)
• Strong communication, resilience and cultural competence
• Knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pasifika cultures
• Solid documentation and digital literacy skills

Responsibilities

• Complete thorough safety and risk assessments
• Lead hui with care and confidence
• Design tailored, strengths-based, culturally aligned plans
• Uplift the mana of whānau through every interaction
• Work in true partnership with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations, community groups and government agencies

Skills

SWRB registration

Social work qual.

Cultural competence

Communication

Digital literacy

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Job description

Oranga Tamariki is seeking a permanent full-time social worker for the Whanganui site. You will assess safety and risk, lead hui, design plans in partnership with whānau and iwi, and uplift mana through compassionate teamwork.

The role emphasizes culturally aligned practice with Māori and Pasifika communities. Applicants should hold SWRB registration (or be eligible), a recognised social work qualification, and a full NZ drivers licence, with strong communication and digital literacy skills.