Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children Looking for Social Worker at Paeroa, Waikato, New Zealand Full Time

• 1x Permanent, fulltime position available
• Based at our Waikato Rural North site
• We’re offering a competitive salary starting from $81,206.00 t0 $97,557.00, depending on experience

In Waikato-Rural North we are working with tamariki and whānau to make positive change in our community. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing.

We acknowledge that there is much work to do but we are up for it, and we are working in a partnership with Waikato-Tainui to do things differently. If you think you have what it takes, then apply to join our team at Waikato-Rural North. Our Site works hard to do things differently within the foundation of a whānau led approach focused on awhi and supporting whānau in mana-enhancing ways. Spaces at our Site don’t come up often, so we encourage you to get in quick.

Our site is unique and here’s two key reasons why:

• Our team works in partnership with Waikato Tainui Poutiaki aa Iwi who provide kaupapa Māori support and advocacy for whānau. This partnership has worked well for a number of whānau and continues to grow.
• Leadership is encouraged and supported at all levels, as is innovation and changing practice for the betterment of whānau.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

In this fast-paced role, you will have the privilege to work in our community, with whānau and closely with other social services to ensure a joined-up response to meeting the needs of the whānau we are working with. We work hard to engage sustainable support that will keep tamariki safe and in the care of their whānau first and foremost. So, if you think you have what it takes, and you are dedicated to supporting whānau with achieving positive change in our community, then we want to hear from you.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Full registration with New Zealand’s Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• A strong and genuine commitment to strength-based practice
• A full, clean, current driver’s licence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills
• An authentic commitment to working alongside whānau is essential
• Soft skills, emotional empathy, teamwork and leadership.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples’ culture

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

We are committed to putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you

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.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact

Hurry as applications close on 1st December 2023!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.”