Social Worker - Greylynn

Oranga Tamariki; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children, Auckland, NZ, seeks a social worker to collaborate with families and agencies to meet the holistic needs of tamariki and rangatahi. A SWRB-registered qualification, a clean driver’s license, and strong communication are essential.

You will work in a supportive team dedicated to child wellbeing and community safety. The role emphasizes culturally responsive practice, cross-cultural respect for Māori and Pacific peoples, and flexible work options to support

Qualifications

• Registration with SWRB or eligible for registration
• SWRB-recognised social worker qualification
• Full, clean driver’s license
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Resilience, problem solving, and flexibility
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices, especially tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with social services, agencies and providers to ensure needs of the child or young person and family are met
• Coordinate services to support tamariki with multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to the wellbeing and safety of whānau through culturally respectful practice

Skills

Excellent communication

Resilience

Time management

Problem solving

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

SWRB-recognised social worker qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Competitive salary ranging between $81,206 to $97,557, depending on experience

Mō te tūnga| About therole

In order to make positive changes in the lives of children and families in our community, we need people like you who have knowledge, experience and are passionate about the wellbeing of children. Join a team with big hearts and a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of a positive and supportive team and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

In this fast-paced role, you will work with other social services, agencies and providers to ensure the needs of the child or young person and their family are fully met. If you think you have what it takes, and are dedicated to achieving positive change for children, young people and their families in the community, then we want to hear from you.

Key requirements of the role include:

• Registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or able to register) and a current Annual Practicng Certificate
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• A full, clean, current driver's licence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package ranging from$81,206 to$97,557 dependingon experience and offer 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.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

Our 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 hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of puttingtamariki first, we believearoha is vital, we respect themana of people, we aretikaandpono, we valuethewhakapapaand we recognise thatoranga is a journey.

Applications for this role close on 25th September 2026 however may be reviewed before the closure date.

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.