Social Worker – Protect Tamariki & Whānau (Flexible)

Oranga Tamariki; Taumarunui; Remote; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki is seeking an experienced Social Worker to support tamariki, rangatahi and whānau in Taumarunui. You will conduct assessments, engage with whānau, and collaborate with community partners to secure safe, strong, thriving outcomes for tamariki.

Ideal candidates will hold SWRB registration, a recognised social work qualification, and a current NZ Driver Licence. You will need child protection experience and strong communication, risk management and planning abilities to drive

Qualifications

• Full registration with NZ SWRB and a current practising certificate.
• SWRB-recognised social work qualification.
• Full, clean New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Experience in child protection or related social work roles.
• Empathy, patience and the ability to see past difficulties.
• Ability to analyse and prepare social work plans.
• Sound judgement and organisational skills.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

SWRB registration

Social work qualification

NZ Driver Licence

Child protection experience

Empathy and patience

Risk management

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

SocialWork qualification recognised by SWRB

Job description

Oranga Tamariki is seeking an experienced Social Worker to support tamariki, rangatahi and whānau in Taumarunui. You will conduct assessments, engage with whānau, and collaborate with community partners to secure safe, strong, thriving outcomes for tamariki.

Ideal candidates will hold SWRB registration, a recognised social work qualification, and a current NZ Driver Licence. You will need child protection experience and strong communication, risk management and planning abilities to drive