Social Worker - Tokoroa

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care

Reduced Southern Cross premiums

SWRB renewal costs covered

23/25 days annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Tokoroa is seeking a qualified social worker to join our team and support tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do.

The role requires SWRB registration, strong cross-cultural understanding, and a commitment to collaborative practice with families, iwi, and community partners. This is a permanent, full-time position with competitive NZD salary.

Qualifications

• Registration with SWRB (or eligible for registration) is required.
• SWRB-recognised Social Worker qualification is essential.
• Understanding of cross-cultural practices, tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures.
• Full, clean driver’s licence and strong communication skills are expected.
• Demonstrated resilience, problem solving and adaptability in practice.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Meet with tamariki, rangatahi and families to assess needs and risks.
• Develop intensive intervention plans and contribute to hui-ā-whānau.
• Participate in family group conferences and interagency partnerships.

Skills

SWRB Registration

Cross-cultural awareness

Driver's license

Communication skills

Resilience & problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Social Work qualification recognised by SWRB

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Permanent Full time Opportunity available

Position based in Tokoroa site

Remuneration starting from $81,206 - $97,557 dependent on experience

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi is everyone's responsibility. They deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard, and be surrounded by loving whānau 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 team based at our Tokoroa site , you may spend your day meeting with tamariki, rangatahi and their family and whānau listening to what they have to say, completing assessments of need, formulating intensive intervention plans, participating in hui-ā-whānau, 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.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

To be successful in this rewarding position, you will need:

• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or able to register
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• 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
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills

Nōu te rourou | What\'s in it for you

We also offer:

• Reduced Southern Cross premiums
• Vision care
• SWRB and APC renewal costs covered
• Opportunity to build your professional network with colleagues across the wider children\'s workforce
• Significant training and professional development so that you can continue to grow and thrive
• 23 days annual leave for full time staff, increasing to 25 days annual leave after 5 years\' service (pro-rated for part time)

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga 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 first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

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.