Allied Support Worker - Napier/Hastings

About the Role

Oranga Tamariki is seeking dedicated Allied Support Workers to join our teams in either Napier or Hastings on a permanent, full-time basis. These positions are designed to provide dependable operational support to frontline Social Work teams, helping to meet ongoing service demands and strengthen team capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer regional support in line with operational priorities, including travel within and occasionally beyond the region.
• Assist with caregiver recruitment initiatives, community engagement, and outreach activities.
• Coordinate caregiver training sessions and support learning development programs.
• Help with caregiver assessments, preparation, support planning, and provision of ongoing support.
• Support placement and matching efforts by gathering relevant information, creating caregiver profiles, and managing placement coordination.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with caregivers, whānau, community groups, and internal partners.
• Occasionally work outside standard business hours when required.

Candidate Profile

This role involves safety-critical, high-trust work with children requiring sound judgment, emotional strength, and reliability. Candidates should have experience working within communities assisting people in need, particularly involving Māori and/or Pasifika cultures. The ability to handle emotional situations empathetically and communicate effectively is essential.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Capability to remain composed and professional under emotional or stressful circumstances.
• Cultural awareness, especially regarding tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples’ customs.
• Proficiency in protecting sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti ō Waitangi in practice.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A recognized qualification in Social Services is preferred but not mandatory.
• A valid and clean full driver’s license is required, along with a willingness to drive Ministry vehicles. Historical convictions may be considered individually.

Compensation and Benefits

The remuneration package ranges from $68,371 to $75,501 annually, depending on experience. We invest significantly in training and professional development opportunities to support your career growth within the organization. Diversity and inclusivity are core values at Oranga Tamariki.

Additional Information

Applicants must familiarize themselves with our code of conduct, which expects employees to present themselves at work free from the influence of drugs and alcohol. Applications close at 5 pm on Monday, 27 July 2026.