Social Worker: Transform Children’s Lives (12m FTC)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Professional development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking 12-month fixed term/secondment Social Workers to cover parental leave, based at our Orewa site. SWRB registration with APC is highly prioritized, and you will join a compassionate team focused on improving outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.

You will work with other social services and providers to ensure the needs of children and families are fully met, with regular supervision and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registration with SWRB and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• SWRB-recognised social work qualification.
• Current NZ driver’s licence.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with families, children, and agencies to meet needs.
• Provide sound assessments and case planning for tamariki and rangatahi.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting across cases.
• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives and cross-cultural practice within communities.

Skills

SWRB Registration

APC (Annual Practising Certificate)

SWRB-recognised social work

Excellent communication

Education

SWRB-recognised Social Work qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking 12-month fixed term/secondment Social Workers to cover parental leave, based at our Orewa site. SWRB registration with APC is highly prioritized, and you will join a compassionate team focused on improving outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.

You will work with other social services and providers to ensure the needs of children and families are fully met, with regular supervision and professional development opportunities.