Social Worker - Pukekohe

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

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking dedicated social workers for the Pukekohekohe region to support tamariki, rangatahi and whaanau. We value knowledge, experience and a deep passion for whaanau wellbeing.

Based in our Pukekohekohe office, roles require SWRB registration, cross-cultural competence, strong reporting and collaboration skills, and a commitment to strength-based practice alongside whaanau.

Qualifications

• Full registration with NZ Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) is required.
• A social worker qualification recognised by SWRB is required.
• Sound cross-cultural practices knowledge, esp. tikanga Maaori and Pacific cultures.
• Excellent report writing skills and strong PC skills are expected.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Leadership

Cultural awareness

Report writing

PC skills

Education

Social Worker Registration with SWRB

recognised SWRB qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• We're offering a competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $97,557, depending on experience

Mō te tūnga| About therole

Across our region we are working with tamariki, rangatahi and their whaanau to make positive changes in our community. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whaanau wellbeing.

Our Pukekohekohe office works hard to do things differently within the foundation of a iwi and community led approach focused on awhi and supporting whaanau. We acknowledge that there is much work to do but we are up for it.

The Pukekohekohe area spans the eastern coast of Tikapa Moana | Hauraki Gulf to the western coast of Ngaa Tai o Rehua | Tasman Sea. It includes the southern reaches of the Manukau Harbour and the northern reaches of the Waikato River.

It includes the coastal settlements of the Aawhitu Peninsula, Port Waikato, and Kaiaua, as well as the townships of Pukekohekohe, Waiuku, Tuakau and Pokeno.

The Pukekohekohe area is predominately a rural area, supported by towns, settlements and marae.

Ideally you will have sound social work experience to contribute and build on and some other key requirements of these positions are:

• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)


• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB


• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Maaori, and Pacific peoples' culture


• Your superpowers would include emotional empathy, teamwork, leadership and local knowledge of communities and relationships.


• A strong and genuine commitment to strength-based practice and an authentic commitment to working alongside whaanau is essential.


• Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility


• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills

Oranga 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.

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. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

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.