Social Worker

Overview

• Based at our Kaitaia Site, Te Tai Tokerau
• Competitive salary ranging between $81,206 to $97,557 depending on experience

It takes a whole village to raise tamariki. We are offering a renewed sense of community and a unique opportunity for social workers to join our growing whānau orientated team at the Kaitaia site, where you will be encouraged and supported to work effectively with Māori using Te Toka Tumoana, our indigenous and bicultural principled framework.

Te Toka Tumoana is built on the integrity and distinctness of Māori beliefs and practices, to advance tamariki ora within the context of our work. We believe an entire community of people must actively support, promote, and advance the mana of tai tamariki for those tamariki to experience and grow in a safe and healthy environment.

About the role

The role requires a passion to actively keep tamariki in the hearts and minds of everything we do. You will apply the principles of mana tamaiti, whakapapa and whanaungatanga to your practice, to ensure you are responsive to tamariki and whānau Māori. It\'s more than a job, it\'s an opportunity to improve the lived experiences of tamariki and their caregiving communities. We recognise the importance of Kaimahi ora (staff wellbeing) and are committed to ensuring you receive regular supervision and take the necessary breaks needed to restore Oranga and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

Key requirements

What\u2019s 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. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit

This is a chance to give back to your community.

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

Applications for this role closes 4th October 2025

Reference # 35340

Posted on 01 Aug 2025

Closes on 04 Oct : 55

Location(s) Kaitaia

Expertise Social Work, Care Services, Management, Other, Services for children and families, Youth Justice

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