Registered Social Worker

TalentMax Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful community impact

Flexible time

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

The Fono in Auckland is seeking a compassionate Kahu Taurima Social Worker to support Pacific families across Waitematā. You will conduct assessments, provide advocacy, and connect families with housing, wellbeing, and community services.

Join a culturally grounded team that values Pacific languages and partnerships with WINZ, Kāinga Ora, and health providers.

Qualifications

• Requires recognised qualification in social services.
• Must be registered with SWRB.
• Experience working with Pacific families and communities.
• Understanding of Pacific cultures and ways of working.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across diverse backgrounds.
• Organised, adaptable, able to manage a varied caseload.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Pacific language skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Complete social assessments and identify family strengths and needs
• Support families with housing, financial, wellbeing, and social challenges
• Connect families with community resources and essential services
• Build relationships with agencies such as WINZ, Kāinga Ora, and health providers
• Conduct home visits and provide practical support and advocacy
• Work collaboratively with nurses, support workers, and community partners to deliver holistic care
• Promote wellbeing, early intervention, and positive outcomes for Pacific families

Skills

Pacific communities experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organised & adaptable

Driver licence

Cultural safety

Education

Social services qualification or equivalent

Job description

At The Fono, we are proud to be New Zealand’s leading Pacific health and social services provider. We walk alongside Pacific families, helping them navigate challenges, access support, and achieve better outcomes for themselves and their communities.

We are seeking a compassionate and culturally grounded Social Worker to join our Kahu Taurima team based in Henderson.

This is an opportunity to use your professional skills while embracing and celebrating the values, strengths, and traditions of Pacific peoples.

About the Role

As a Kahu Taurima Social Worker, you will work directly with Pacific families across the Waitematā region, providing strengths-based support, advocacy, assessment, and referrals to help families access the services they need.

You will:

• Complete social assessments and identify family strengths and needs
• Support families with housing, financial, wellbeing, and social challenges
• Connect families with community resources and essential services
• Build strong relationships with agencies such as WINZ, Kāinga Ora, and health providers
• Conduct home visits and provide practical support and advocacy
• Work collaboratively with nurses, support workers, and community partners to deliver holistic care
• Promote wellbeing, early intervention, and positive outcomes for Pacific families

What You Will Bring

We welcome applications from people who:

• Hold a recognised qualification in social services
• Have current Social Worker Registration Board (SWRB) registration
• Have experience working with Pacific families and communities
• Understand and value Pacific cultures, traditions, and ways of working
• Can build trusted relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
• Are organised, adaptable, and able to manage a varied caseload
• Hold a Full New Zealand Driver Licence
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Pacific language skills and strong connections within Pacific communities are highly valued

Why Join The Fono?

At The Fono, culture is at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a team that is passionate about supporting Pacific peoples and creating positive change across generations.

We offer:

• A meaningful role with real community impact
• A supportive and values-driven team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Flexibility through our flexi-time approach
• The opportunity to bring your culture, language, and lived experience to your work every day

If you are passionate about empowering Pacific families and want to be part of an organisation making a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.

About Us

We are a community-led organisation committed to culturally safe, equitable services and honouring our responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We welcome applicants who reflect the communities we serve.