Registered Professional - Social Work Supervisor

Standforchildren; Whangarei; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks leave a year

10 days sick leave

Free life insurance

Job summary

Stand Tū Māia seeks a Registered Social Work Supervisor to join the Kahukura Ora Service in Whangārei, NZ. Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team supporting tamariki and whānau on the edge of care.

The role emphasises Te Ao Māori, trauma-informed practice, and strong governance within a bicultural framework. Based in Whangārei at the Trauma Healing & Recovery Centre, you will mentor staff, oversee risk management, and contribute to culturally responsive care.

Qualifications

• Registered with a relevant professional body (e.g., Social Work or health-related registration).
• Post Grad or Masters level qualification in professional supervision would be an advantage.
• Experience leading in a bicultural, trauma-capable service.
• Ability to work with tamariki and whānau in high-risk contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and leadership for the Kahukura Ora Service.
• Support tamariki and whānau on the edge of care with trauma-informed approaches.
• Lead in Te Tiriti-led, bicultural engagement and equity initiatives.
• Collaborate within an inter-disciplinary team to improve practice.
• Monitor clinical governance, risk, and incidents with a detail-oriented approach.

Skills

Te Ao Māori understanding

Bicultural leadership

Team leadership

Group dynamics

Trauma-informed practice

Teamwork & collaboration

Line-management (supervision)

Inter-disciplinary teamwork

Rostered shifts

Clinical governance & risk

Registration & practicing certificate

Driver's licence

Education

Professional registration in Social Work or related

Post Grad/Masters in supervision (advantage)

Job description

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Registered Professional - Social Work Supervisor

Maunu, New Zealand

Reference: 6934271

Stand Tū Māia is seeking an exceptional Social Work Supervisor with a relevant professional registration (such as Social Work, Occupational Therapy or other health related registration) to join our Kahukura Ora Service. We provide a bi‑cultural, trauma‑capable, holistic alternative to state care, supporting tamariki and whānau on the edge of care. The vision of Stand Tu Maia is that tamariki and whānau who experience multiple forms of adversity will have their safety and wellbeing restored and preserved for future generations. To this end our services strengthen family relationships, support the development of child and adult self-regulation and core executive skills, and work to reduce sources of stress.

Our specialist service in Northland Whangarei is tailored to children (mainly 5-12 years) and their families at high risk of poor life outcomes, many with previous system involvement. At the heart of our mahi are healing relationships, cultural humility and a commitment to Te Tiriti‑led whānau restoration.

What you'll bring

We welcome applicants from any registered relevant profession with:

• Understanding and valuing of Te Ao Māori
• Ability to lead in a bicultural environment and sustain commitment to the promise of equity laid down by Te Tiriti
• Capability to lead others to deeply engage, motivate and offer consistent kindness to tamariki and whānau
• Proven ability in working with complex group dynamics
• Knowledge and ability on how to address the impacts of trauma on child development and attachment
• Belief in the importance of teamwork, partnership and collaboration
• Commitment to, and competence in, line-management and Post Grad or Masters level qualification in professional supervision would be an advantage
• Enjoyment of working in an inter-disciplinary team sharing tools and theories to inform and continually improve practice
• Ability to work rostered shift patterns
• An eye for detail and valuing of clinical governance relating to practice observations, incidents, and managing risk
• Relevant registration and current practicing certificate
• Full driver’s licence

What we offer

A connected, supportive team, good working conditions, strong well-being focus and significant training and professional development. You will also enjoy employee benefits of 5 weeks leave a year, 10 days sick leave, and free life insurance.

This full‑time role is based in Whangarei at our Trauma Healing & Recovery Centre (Children's Village).

For more information or an informal conversation, contact: Rosey Davies Regional Manager on 0274 666 497 or via email rosey.davies@standtumaia.n z