Social Worker

Pathways Health Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kiwisaver boost

5th week annual leave

Wellbeing days

HealthNow card

Job summary

LinkPeople is seeking a full-time Social Worker in Manukau to use clinical skills to develop and manage housing solutions for tāngata whai ora and whānau experiencing homelessness. The role is based in Manukau, 40 hours per week, with travel as needed, and involves wrap-around housing support focused on transition, recovery and wellness.

Applicants must hold current Social Worker registration with Annual Practising Certificate and demonstrate strong communication, relationship-building,

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Social Worker with Annual Practising Certificate.
• Must have practising certificate and support ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing solutions and support to tāngata whai ora and whānau experiencing homelessness.
• Work in Housing First service with wrap-around community housing focus.
• Based in Manukau, across South Auckland with some travel.
• Use clinical skills to develop and manage housing solutions and support wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Record keeping

Treaty of Waitangi

Driving license

Education

Registered Social Worker

Job description

• Permanent, full-time Social Worker role based in Manukau
• Enjoy Extra Annual Leave + Paid Well-Being Days
• School holiday childcare subsidies + Increased Kiwisaver Contributions

Use your clinical skills to develop and manage housing solutions. Support tāngata whai ora & whānau who are experiencing homelessness.

LinkPeople | Mō mātou

E whakapono ana mātou ko ngā tāngata te mea nui o te ao. At LinkPeople we believe that people are the most important thing in the world. This guides us in our work supporting the most vulnerable members of our communities to access permanent, safe and affordable housing and linking them to the health and social services they need to live well. We work together with a number of key organisations as part of a community-wide approach to end homelessness.

• Increased Employer Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months of employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5.00pm, based in Manukau working across South Auckland. Elements of the role may require travel.

This role will involve working within the Housing First service. The wrap-around community housing-based service will have a strong focus on transition, recovery and wellness that empowers tāngata whai ora and whānau to build the capacity to live well.

This role would be ideal for a registered Social Worker who would like to use their professional skills in a transferable way to make a difference in the housing space. You will require a practicing certificate for this role and will be supported to maintain your ongoing professional development needs and professional registration.

The position will involve working with and supporting people with high and complex needs, who are often living with intergenerational challenges, mental health, addiction and trauma issues around their needs to find and sustain homes in the community. You’ll work within a Housing First philosophy, and have the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and expertise in the area of housing and homelessness.

You will be part of an exciting service that is innovating and growing, where new ideas are encouraged and new solutions are the norm!

We’d love to hear from registered Social Workers with a range of experience in the mental health and social sectors, particularly (but not necessarily) with experience in housing and residential recovery services.

Candidates will have:

• Current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board with Annual Practising Certificate
• Strong communication and relationship building skills, you’ll quickly build credibility while showcasing your sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• an ability to work at pace and flourish under pressure will be complemented by excellent attention to detail and proficiency in record keeping.
• knowledge of and demonstrate utmost commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi articles and working with Māori.
• A full New Zealand driving license is also essential.

Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 16 September 2026.

Please note that the advert might close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

**All new appointees require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.