Supervisor Social Worker

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 111,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Wellbeing and professional development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Christchurch East is seeking a Supervisor Social Worker to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across the Christchurch East area. You will ensure timely decisions, manage workload and develop your team's practice depth in line with our Practice Framework.

The role requires leadership, strong relationship skills with Iwi and other agencies, and a commitment to tamariki wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driver's licence
• Full registration with NZ Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• Previous people management/mentoring experience is essential

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across the Christchurch East area
• Identify professional development needs and support growth of the team
• Manage workflow and ensure timely, well-considered decisions
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Iwi and other agencies

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Time management

Education

SWRB-registered social worker

Job description

Permanent, full time leadership opportunity Based at our Christchurch East Site. We're offering a competitive salary starting from $111,020 to $133,696, depending on experience.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Supervisor Social Worker, you will need to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers working across the Christchurch East area. This team also works closely with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations, supporting our tamariki and whanau.

The role requires you to identify the professional development needs of your team and ensure they are supported to grow their capability and practice depth, manage workflow and ensure that the right decisions are made in a timely manner, and build and maintain positive relationships. Everything you do needs to reflect the values of Oranga Tamariki, and assure professional practice is aligned with our Practice Framework. Partner and collaborate with peer supervisors across the region, including the wider leadership team and pay an important role within the wider operational setting.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced Social Worker or Supervisor Social Worker. Key requirements include:

• A full, clean, valid driver's licence
• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• Previous people management and/or mentoring experience is essential
• An ability to build and lead an effective team and be a team player
• A proactive approach that places the needs of tamariki front and centre in all decisions and actions.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing demands
• Knowledge of the principals and purposes of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

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
• 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.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $111,020 and $133,696 dependent on experience.

We also 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 https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/