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Social Worker - Rotorua

Social Worker - Rotorua

Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga TamarikiRotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
14 hours ago
Job description

Overview

Competitive remuneration starting from $81,206 to $97,557, depending on experience

About the role

We have a permanent Social Worker opportunity in our intake and assessment team who will be based at our Rotorua site. Travel will be required through the region as necessary; you will have use of a fleet vehicle therefore we do need a full clean driver\'s licence.

The intake and assessment team manages our reports of concerns, this includes completing initial visits to whanau and Tamariki, interviewing Tamariki, working closely with our community stakeholders, Iwi and Police. You will also be arranging hui-a-whanau and working with whanau and Tamariki to access community supports. We have a combination of experienced and new social workers who we think provide the best service and response to the whanau we work with.

Please note : We do a things a little differently here on site asnew social workers will not hold a case load for 12 months asyou will be trained and supported on site and will also attend an induction programme, we believe this model gives you the best foot forward on your career with us as a Social worker, we will support and guide you every step of the way!

Our values

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values :

  • We put Tamariki first
  • We believe Aroha is vital
  • We respect the Mana of people
  • We are Tika and Pono
  • We value Whakapapa
  • We recognise that Oranga is a journey

Our vision is to ensure 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.

The Rotorua tari is a busy site, the successful applicant will need to be able to think on their feet, be a team player and willing to work towards the best outcomes for Tamariki and whanau we are involved with

Key requirements

  • A Social Work Qualification with Full Registration and current Annual Practising Certificate with the New Zealand Social Worker Registration Board
  • A passion for working with children and youth, connecting, understanding, and building relationships to help provide positive outcomes for our them.
  • A strong and genuine commitment to strength-based practice
  • A preference and understanding of Te Ao Māori and indigenous models of practice
  • Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with strong written and verbal communication skills (you will need to provide professional written and verbal feedback to the courts)
  • Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility
  • An understanding and awareness of the Oranga Tamariki Act, 1989
  • Proven expertise and social work practice in child protection and an understanding of New Zealand Legislation that relates to the safety of children and young people
  • A full, clean, current driver\'s licence
  • An ability to work as a team player with resilience in what can be highly stressful situations
  • What’s in it for you

    Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, with opportunities to become involved in leading new office initiatives.

    DON\'T BE SHY! 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.

    Hurry as applications close 5th November 2025!

    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.

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