Practice Manager - Nelson #

Open Home Foundation; Nelson; On-site; NZD 95,250 - 122,464; Full time

Job summary

Open Home Foundation invites applications for a Practice Manager to lead the Nelson Service Centre, guiding social work and foster care practice and ensuring high service standards within a community-focused Christian Kaupapa.

The role requires a registered Social Worker, leadership experience, and a full driver’s license. Salary range is $95,250–$122,464 p.a., dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration or eligibility.
• Knowledge of Care and Protection Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Nelson Service Centre and oversee all social work and foster care practice.
• Provide day-to-day team leadership and supervision.
• Liaise with local service providers and government agencies.

Skills

Social Work

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Driver's license

Māori/Tauiwi cultural understanding

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Practice Manager - Nelson

Full Time

“Supporting Families, Caring for Children”

The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response and has a vision that every child and young person has the opportunity to grow up in a secure, loving family and receive a depth of care which will bless them throughout their lives.

We are currently seeking a person to lead our Nelson Service Centre. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the social work and foster care practice, providing day to day team leadership and liaising with local service providers and government agencies.

The successful person will have the following:

• A Social Work qualification
• Registration with the SWRB or be eligible for registration
• Knowledge and experience in Care and Protection Social Work
• Good knowledge of The Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and its Family Court processes
• Proven Leadership/Management experience & Practice Supervision
• An in-depth understanding of how the role recognizes the special relationship between Māori and Tauiwi and strong empathy with the organization’s special character.
• A full driver's license is essential.
• An alignment with the Open Home Foundation’s Christian Kaupapa.

The fulltime salary for this position is between $95,250 - $122,464 p.a. ~ Kindly note the salary is based on experience.

If you would like more information on the role, please:

• Contact: [e-mail]

Applications Close: 29/08/2026 (Applicants may be interviewed prior to the closing date)