Whānau-Centred Social Worker - Flexible & Impactful

New Zealand Government; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing supports

Professional development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children in Canterbury invites applications for a permanent, full-time Social Worker role. You will support tamariki and rangatahi, work with whānau, and partner with iwi, hapū and Māori organisations to promote wellbeing and safety.

You will lead safety and risk assessments, design strengths-based plans, and advocate for whānau in collaboration with government agencies. A recognised social work qualification and Full SWRB registration are required, with a

Qualifications

• Full SWRB registration or eligibility to register.
• A recognised social work qualification.
• Strengths-based, client-centred practice approach.
• A full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Willingness to work in partnership with whānau, iwi and Māori organisations.

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 in every interaction.
• Collaborate with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations and agencies.

Skills

Strong communication

Cultural competence

Resilience

Team collaboration

Education

Social work degree

Tools

Case management software

Digital documentation

Job description

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children in Canterbury invites applications for a permanent, full-time Social Worker role. You will support tamariki and rangatahi, work with whānau, and partner with iwi, hapū and Māori organisations to promote wellbeing and safety.

You will lead safety and risk assessments, design strengths-based plans, and advocate for whānau in collaboration with government agencies. A recognised social work qualification and Full SWRB registration are required, with a