Social Worker
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada · ಪೂರ್ಣ ಸಮಯ
ಅರ್ಜಿ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸುವವರಲ್ಲಿ ಮೊದಲಿಗರಾಗಿರಿ
- ಅನುಭವ
- ಯಾವುದೇ
- ಸಂಬಳ
- NZD 81,206 – NZD 97,557 / year
- ತೆರೆಯುವಿಕೆಗಳು
- 1
- ಪೋಸ್ಟ್ ಮಾಡಲಾಗಿದೆ
- 2 ಗಂಟೆಗಳ ಹಿಂದೆ
- ಕೆಲಸದ ಮೋಡ್
- ಕಚೇರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ
- ವಿದ್ಯಾಭ್ಯಾಸ
- Social work qualification recognised by the Social Work Registration Board
- ಅರ್ಹತೆ
- Qualified, registered, and experienced social workers who can work full time in Te Awamutu, Waikato, and who meet the registration, qualification, cultural understanding, and licence requirements.
- ಪುನರಾರಂಭ
- ಅರ್ಜಿ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಲು ಕಡ್ಡಾಯ
ನೀವು ಎಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡುತ್ತೀರಿ
ಕೆಲಸದ ವಿವರ
Role overview
This is a permanent, full-time Social Worker position based in Te Awamutu, Waikato. The starting pay range is NZD 81,206 to NZD 97,557 per year, with pay progression available based on length of service and experience. The role is with Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children and focuses on supporting the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi, helping them feel safe, heard, and connected with caring whānau and community.
About the role
You will be part of a team working from the Te Awamutu site and will spend your day engaging with children, young people, their families and whānau. The work involves hearing directly from them, assessing needs, building intensive intervention plans, taking part in hui-ā-whānau and family group conferences, and working alongside other agencies, community organisations, and local iwi to improve outcomes.
What you will do
- Meet with tamariki, rangatahi, family members, and whānau to understand their circumstances and perspectives.
- Carry out assessments to identify needs and risks.
- Develop and implement focused intervention plans.
- Participate in hui-ā-whānau and family group conferences.
- Collaborate with external partners, including agencies, community groups, and iwi.
What you will bring
To succeed in this role, you need to be a qualified and experienced social worker who is ready to make a meaningful impact. The position requires strong communication, cultural awareness, resilience, and solid administrative and reporting capability.
Additional information
This is a permanent full-time opportunity. The salary begins at NZD 81,206 and can reach NZD 97,557 depending on experience. Applications are being reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the closing date.
How to apply
Submit your application online with a CV and cover letter. Current Oranga Tamariki employees must apply using their Oranga Tamariki email login. The closing date for applications is 15 July 2026. Applicants should also be familiar with the organisation's code of conduct, including expectations around attending work free from the influence of drugs and alcohol.
About the organisation
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is committed to placing tamariki and rangatahi at the centre of its work. Its guiding values include putting children first, leading with aroha, respecting mana, acting with tika and pono, valuing whakapapa, and recognising that oranga is a journey. The organisation also works in partnership with hapū, iwi, and Māori organisations to find suitable solutions for children and young people in need.
Benefits
The organisation offers a range of workplace benefits, including reduced Southern Cross premiums, vision care, coverage of SWRB and APC renewal costs, opportunities to expand your professional network across the children's workforce, strong training and development support, and annual leave that starts at 23 days for full-time staff and increases to 25 days after five years of service.
Terms and conditions
Applicants are expected to meet the organisation's standards of conduct. A full, current, and clean driver's licence is required for the role.