Youth Justice Social Worker Full-time Job

Key points:

- Full-time, permanent opportunity for a SWRB registered Social Worker - Role based in Manurewa, Auckland - Remuneration starting from $81,206 - $97,557 - Ongoing training and development opportunities - Rewarding opportunity to support young people and reduce offending

Job requirements:

- Hold a Social Work Qualification and/or Full Registration - Current Annual Practicing Certificate with the New Zealand Social Worker Registration Board - Passion for working with youth - Excellent relationship building skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Commitment to bi-cultural practice and culturally responsive approach - Understanding of the Oranga Tamariki Act and Youth Justice processes - Full, clean driver's license

Job responsibilities:

- Work in partnership with rangatahi, their whānau, police, youth advocates, and support services - Address underlying factors contributing to offending early on - Provide positive influence to rangatahi and whānau - Provide professional feedback to the courts

Qualifications:

- Social Work Qualification with Full Registration - Annual Practising Certificate with the New Zealand Social Worker Registration Board

Skills:

- Relationship building skills - Written and verbal communication skills - Understanding of the Oranga Tamariki Act and Youth Justice processes - Expertise in social work practice in child protection

Benefits:

- Impartial remuneration package - Progression opportunities through tenure - Vibrant and supportive team - Flexible work options - Commitment to wellbeing - Significant training and professional development

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 close on the 12th of January 2025. Please note that due to Christmas close down, applications may not be reviewed until the advert closes, with interviews to occur mid-late January.