Social Worker Orewa - Fixed Term / Secondment Parental Leave cover

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Auckland; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular supervision and training

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking two SWRB-registered social workers for fixed-term/secondment roles starting early 2027 to cover parental leave. Roles are based at the Orewa site on Tamaki Makaurau and include regular supervision and training opportunities.

Applicants must hold SWRB registration with a current Annual Practising Certificate, a recognised social work qualification, and a full NZ driver’s licence. Excellent communication and cross-cultural awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• SWRB registration with current Annual Practising Certificate
• Social worker qualification recognised by SWRB
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with social services, agencies and providers to meet the needs of the child or young person and their family
• Work in a fast-paced environment to ensure needs are fully met
• Contribute to positive outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau

Skills

SWRB registration

Social worker qualification

Driver's licence

Excellent communication

Time management

Report writing

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

SWRB-recognised social work degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• 12 Month Fixed Term / Secondment opportunities to cover parental leave starting in Jan / Feb 2027 available for SWRB registered Social Workers!!
• Role will be based at our Orewa Site, Tāmaki Makaurau
• Regular supervision and training opportunities

• 12 Month Fixed Term / Secondment opportunities to cover parental leave starting in Jan / Feb 2027 available for SWRB registered Social Workers!!
• Role will be based at our Orewa Site, Tāmaki Makaurau
• Regular supervision and training opportunities

Mō te tūnga | About the role

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.

We have 2x 12 month fixed term / secondment opportunities starting early 2027 to cover parental leave.

Due to the fixed term nature of the contract, applicants that are SWRB Registered with a current Annual Practicing Certificate are highly prioritised.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and Current Annual Practicing Certificate
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• A full, clean, current NZ 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 depending on experience. 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

Mō mātou | About us

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 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.