Social Worker - Fixed term until March 2027

New Zealand Government; Tokoroa, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Post-graduate initiative

Professional development

Wellbeing + flexible work

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children invites a qualified Social Worker to join the Tokoroa site, delivering assessments and interventions to support tamariki and rangatahi and their whānau. You will engage with iwi, hapū and community partners to promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes.

The role requires NZ registration, a current practicing certificate, and a clean driver’s licence. A fixed term until March 2027 offers professional development and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Current full registration with NZ Social Work Registration Board (SWRB).
• Full NZ driver’s licence.
• Experience in child protection and working with whanau and tamariki.

Responsibilities

• Listen to tamariki and rangatahi voices and support whanau to make positive changes.
• Complete full social work assessments for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.
• Plan and deliver interventions to maintain tamariki within whanau and support whanau capacity.

Skills

Empathy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Risk management

Analytical skills

Education

SWRB registration

Job description

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Improve the lives of tamariki and rangatahi and carry out meaningful work that makes a difference*** **Fixed term Social Worker opportunity available - until March 2027 at our Tokoroa site*** **Competitive salary, including a post-graduate initiative, starting from $81,206 - $97,557, depending on experience**Our belief is that in the right environment, with the right people surrounding and nurturing them, any child can and should flourish. We are dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm now, or in the future.**We have a brilliant opportunity for you to be part our amazing Service Delivery team!**Join our team based in our Tokoroa site; we have an exciting opportunity for a social worker to jpin our team until **March 2027!** If you are passionate about improving the lives of tamariki and rangatahi and carrying out meaningful work that makes a difference, this could be the opportunity for you!**About the role | Mō te tūnga*** Hear tamariki and rangatahi voices and support them or their whānau to make positive changes* Work with various cultural groups and people from different backgrounds* Complete full assessments on the tamariki, rangatahi and whānau* Be able to hold and facilitate a hui, with a focus on supporting whānau to grow their capacity to care for their tamariki and rangatahi* Be involved in planning and delivering interventions to maintain tamariki and rangatahi within their whānau* Work alongside partners in our community, non-government organisations and state sector agencies* Be an advocate on behalf of tamariki and rangatahi to ensure they have the support and resources needed to reach their full potential**What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu**Ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Social Worker who has worked in Aotearoa in a similar role for a non-governmental organisation (NGO) sector and/or someone who has worked within Oranga Tamariki previously.* A full, clean, current driver's licence* Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)* Current practicing certificate* Empathy, patience and ability to see past what someone may be struggling with* Experience within the child protection sector, preferably within NZ* The ability to analyse and prepare social work and other plans e.g. financial* Able to demonstrate sound judgement and organisational skills* The ability to manage risk and make tough decisions* Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience* Great written skills as you will need to write court reports, case notes and other documents* A positive outlook and supporting natureOranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.We are committed to putting **tamariki** first, we believe **aroha** is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are **tika** and **pono**, we value **whakapapa** and we recognise that **oranga** is a journey.**What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou**Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit**How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono**Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact Info\\[e-mail]**Applications for this role close at midnight on 1st October 2026.****We may begin reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.***If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi**and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.*| Location: | Waikato |