Whānau-Centered Social Worker — Flexible & Impactful

Oranga Tamariki; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vibrant supportive team

Flexible work options

Commitment to wellbeing

Training and professional development

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children in New Plymouth is seeking a permanent, full-time social work professional to join our vibrant multi-cultural office. We offer a competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $97,557, dependent on experience, plus a step-based remuneration package and opportunities for progression through tenure.

You will stand for the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi, walking alongside whānau with aroha, clarity and mana.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification required.
• Full SWRB registration (or eligibility) required.
• Strong intercultural and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete thorough safety and risk assessments.
• Lead hui with care and confidence.
• Design tailored, strengths-based, culturally aligned plans.
• Uplift the mana of whānau through every interaction.
• Work in true partnership with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations and government agencies to create meaningful Whakapapa.

Skills

Cultural competence

Communication skills

Partnership working

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Full SWRB registration (or eligible)

Job description

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children in New Plymouth is seeking a permanent, full-time social work professional to join our vibrant multi-cultural office. We offer a competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $97,557, dependent on experience, plus a step-based remuneration package and opportunities for progression through tenure.

You will stand for the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi, walking alongside whānau with aroha, clarity and mana.