Practice Leader Full-time Job

Key points

- Full time, permanent opportunity based in Panmure, Auckland - Competitive salary starting from $111,020 to $133,968 - Rewarding opportunity to contribute to positive outcomes for the community - Champion social work practice through coaching, mentoring, and supervising

Job requirements

- Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) - Social worker qualification recognized by the SWRB - Full, clean, current driver's license - Expert experience in managing complex practice and casework - Ability to work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders - Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and experience of what Oranga Tamariki does and how they work - Resilience, initiative, and a proactive approach - Empathy, patience, and ability to see past what someone may be struggling with - Sound judgment, time management, and organizational skills - Ability to manage risk and make tough decisions - Cultural awareness and confidence to back yourself - Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices, including knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture

Job responsibilities

- Lead practice in a full-time role - Ensure practice expectations and standards are maintained by Social Worker staff - Coach, develop, mentor, and supervise social work staff - Shape practice and provide growth and learning opportunities - Champion social work practice across the site

Qualifications

- Experienced Social Worker in Aotearoa - Previous work in a similar role in the non-governmental organization (NGO) sector or within Oranga Tamariki - Permanent full-time role in the community

Skills

- Impartial remuneration package with annual progression for experience through tenure - Significant training and professional development opportunities - Commitment to diversity and inclusive work environment

Benefits

- Oranga Tamariki offers an impartial remuneration package with annual progression - Significant training and professional development opportunities - Commitment to diversity and inclusive work environment

How to apply

- Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter - If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee, apply with a login using your Oranga Tamariki email address - Contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz for any questions about the role - Applications close on 4th February 2025 - Send your resume and cover letter to Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz