Supervisor Social Worker - Mangere

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Ōtara-Papatoetoe; Sur place; NZD 111 000 - 134 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration

Flexible work options

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Wellbeing focus

Résumé du poste

Oranga Tamariki in South Auckland (Mangere site) seeks a Supervisor/Senior Practitioner/Social Worker to lead and supervise a team of social workers across the region. You will engage with Iwi and other government and non-government partners to support tamariki and whanau, and travel as required.

You will identify development needs, oversee workflow and ensure decisions reflect our Practice Framework, Principles and Standards, while partnering with peers and leadership across the region.

Qualifications

• Full registration with SWRB as a social worker.
• SWRB-recognised social worker qualification.
• Full, clean, valid driver’s licence.
• Experience leading teams and managing workloads.
• Experience in complex, politically sensitive environments.
• Ability to work with Iwi and partners across sectors.

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise a team of social workers across regions.
• Support and supervise projects in collaboration with Iwi and agencies.
• Travel around the region as required and maintain relationships.
• Identify development needs and grow capability and practice depth.
• Manage workflow and ensure timely, quality decisions.
• Ensure professional practice aligns with the Practice Framework.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Cultural awareness

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Advocacy

Formation

SWRB-registered social worker

Description du poste

Permanent, full-time vacancy available! Based at our Mangere site -South Auckland Competitive salary ranging from $111,020 - $133,696 depending on experience

Mŋ mątou | About us

Oranga Tamariki is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the safety and wellbeing of tamariki and that of the community we serve . As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of mana (prestige), tika & pono (doing things the right way), aroha (love) and whākapa (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our site plan. This role represents an opportunity to shape a new way of working with culturally grounded solutions and innovations that support our approach and direction toward transformational change for the care and protection system - one that builds on the good things that are already happening, and, most importantly, innovates to find new ways of doing things to achieve better outcomes for all.

Mŋ 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. There will be times when you will also be part of varying projects that occur. 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.

Ngą pŵmanawatanga ŏu | What you will bring

• Success in leading and supporting other social workers and/or initiatives that improve the quality of social work practice
• Cultural awareness and an understanding of Tikanga Māori principles
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• A full, clean and valid driver's licence
• Experience in planning, financial management, resource allocation and performance monitoring processes
• Experience in complex politically sensitive environments
• Strong line management or supervisory ability or potential
• The ability to manage risk and make tough decisions
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences and build and maintain rapport with others

Ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Supervisor / Senior Practitioner / Social Worker who is working as such in Oranga Tamariki, or who has recently been an experienced Oranga Tamariki Supervisor / Social Worker with a good understanding of the Oranga Tamariki Supervisor role.

Nŋu te rourou | What's in it for you

• Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package ranging from $111, 20 to $133,696 depending on 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.
• 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/

Applications for this role close on 19th November 2026 however this may change based on application levels!