Social Worker (Fixed-Term) - Waikato Rural South

New Zealand Government Joba; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduced Southern Cross premiums

Vision care

SWRB APC renewal costs covered

Professional development

23 days annual leave (25 after 5 years

Pro-rated leave for part-time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children in Waikato Rural South is seeking qualified, registered social workers to support tamariki and rangatahi. The role involves meeting with tamariki and whānau, completing assessments, formulating intervention plans, and participating in hui-ā-whānau and family group conferences.

You will collaborate with agencies, iwi and communities to improve outcomes. This fixed-term position requires SWRB registration or eligibility, a current driver’s licence, and strong

Qualifications

• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or able to register.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
• A full, clean, current driver's licence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility
• Nou te rourou | Proficiency with PC and Microsoft Office Suite, including report writing

Responsibilities

• Meet with tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau to listen to their needs and complete assessments of need.
• Formulate intensive intervention plans and participate in hui-ā-whānau, family group conferences.
• Partner with other agencies, community groups and local iwi to improve outcomes.
• Prepare reports and document findings clearly and accurately.

Skills

SWRB Registration

Tikanga Māori & Pacific cultures

Driver's licence

Written & oral communication

Resilience & problem solving

MS Office

Education

Social work degree recognized by SWRB

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Fixed-Term Social Worker opportunity available until November 2027.Position based in Waikato Rural SouthRemuneration starting from $81,206 - $97,557 dependent on experienceMo te tunga | About the roleThe wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi is everyone's responsibility. They deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard, and be surrounded by loving wh nau and community.If these words capture why you became a Social Worker, then you belong on the journey we have begun at Oranga Tamariki. We're looking for qualified, registered, and experienced social workers who want to make a real difference by putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything they do.As part of our dynamic Waikato Rural South team, you may spend your day meeting with tamariki, rangatahi and their family and wh nau listening to what they have to say, completing assessments of need, formulating intensive intervention plans, participating in hui- -wh nau, family group conferences, and partnering with other agencies, community groups and local iwi to improve outcomes.Salary for this role starts between $81,206 - $97,557 per annum with further progression through tenure.Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bringTo be successful in this rewarding position, you will need:Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or able to registerA social worker qualification recognised by the SWRBUnderstanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga M ori, and Pacific peoples' cultureA full, clean, current driver's licenceExcellent written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibilityStrong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skillsNou te rourou | What's in it for youWe also offer:Reduced Southern Cross premiumsVision careSWRB and APC renewal costs coveredOpportunity to build your professional network with colleagues across the wider children's workforceSignificant training and professional development so that you can continue to grow and thrive23 days annual leave for full time staff, increasing to 25 days annual leave after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time)To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit Employee benefits - Oranga TamarikiMo m tou | About usOranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:We put Tamariki firstWe believe Aroha is vitalWe respect the Mana of peopleWe are Tika and PonoWe value WhakapapaWe recognise that Oranga is a journeyOur vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapu, iwi and M ori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting children 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.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApply 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 [e-mail] close: 13 October 2026, however we will be reviewing CV's and interviewing as we go so get your application in today!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.