Supervisor Social Worker - Kaikohe

New Zealand Government; Kaikohe; On-site; NZD 97,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Kaikohe is seeking a Supervisor Social Worker to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across the Kaikohe region.

The role requires travel around the region, strong relationship building with Iwi, other government and non-government organisations, and a commitment to our Practice Framework. You will identify development needs, manage workflow and ensure timely decisions, with tamariki and whanau front and centre in all actions.

Qualifications

• 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 principles and purposes of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989; cross-cultural understanding, including tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and supervise a team of social workers.
• Manage workflow and ensure timely decisions.
• Travel around the region as required.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Iwi, and other government and non-government organisations.

Skills

Driver's license

SWRB registration

Social work qualification

People management

Team leadership

Relationship-building

Education

SWRB-recognised social work qualification

Job description

Supervisor Social Worker - Kaikohe
Full time, permanent opportunity
Located at our Kaikohe Site!
We're offering a competitive salary starting from, $107,786.00

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As part of this role you will need to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers working across these areas. This team also works closely with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations, supporting our tamariki and whanau. The ability to build and maintain positive relationships across this area is of high importance. It is imperative that you are able to travel around the region as and when required.

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.

Everything you do needs to reflect the values of Oranga Tamariki, and assure professional practice is aligned with our Practice Framework, Principles and Standards. Partner and collaborate with peer supervisors across the region, including the wider leadership team and understanding the importance of your role in the wider operational setting.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Supervisor who is working as such in Oranga Tamariki as a Supervisor (or who has recently been a Supervisor with Oranga Tamariki).

Key requirements of the role 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. 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. Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of 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.

Nòu te rourou | What's in it for you

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. 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.