Fixed Term / Secondment Social Worker Opportunity to July 2025 - West Auckland Full-time Job

Key points

- 2x fixed term / secondment opportunities for a SWRB registered Social Worker - Vibrant and supportive team - Competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $97,557 - Positions available to July 2025 and September 2025 - Work across Westgate and Waitakere sites, Auckland

Job requirements

- Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) - Social worker qualification recognized by the SWRB - Strong commitment to strength-based practice - Clean, current driver's license - Excellent communication skills - Resilience, problem-solving skills, and flexibility - Proficiency in PC and Microsoft Office Suite - Commitment to working alongside whānau - Understanding of cross-cultural practices, including tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture

Job responsibilities

- Working with tamariki, rangatahi, and their whānau to make positive changes in the community - Implementing a whānau-led approach focused on awhi and mana-enhancing support - Contributing to the wellbeing of whānau - Report writing and documentation - Collaborating with the team to achieve better outcomes

Qualifications

- Full registration with SWRB - Social worker qualification recognized by SWRB

Skills

- Excellent communication skills - Resilience and problem-solving abilities - Proficiency in PC and Microsoft Office Suite - Commitment to strength-based practice - Cross-cultural understanding and appreciation

Benefits

- Vibrant and supportive team - Flexible work options - Significant training and professional development opportunities - Commitment to wellbeing

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 the role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz. Applications for this role will close on 1st January 2025. If you are interested, ensure you are familiar with the code of conduct setting expectations for employees. Send your resume and cover letter to Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz.