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Social Worker - TaupoOranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children • Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand
Social Worker - Taupo

Social Worker - Taupo

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children • Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Social Worker - Taupo

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

  • Location : Taupo Site
  • Employment type : Full-time, Permanent
  • Salary : $81,206 to $97,557 per annum (depending on experience)

About the role

In order to make positive changes in the lives of children and families in our community, we need people like you who have knowledge, experience and are passionate about the wellbeing of children.

You will be part of a supportive team, helping children and young people to be safe, strong and thrive.

Responsibilities

  • Hear tamariki and rangatahi voices and support them or their whānau to make positive changes.
  • Work with various cultural groups and people from different backgrounds.
  • Complete full assessments on tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.
  • Hold and facilitate hui, focusing on supporting whānau to grow their capacity to care for their tamariki and rangatahi.
  • Plan and deliver interventions to keep tamariki and rangatahi within their whānau.
  • Collaborate with community partners, non‑government organisations and state sector agencies.
  • Advocate on behalf of tamariki and rangatahi to ensure they have the support and resources needed to reach their full potential.
  • Qualifications

  • Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and a current practising certificate.
  • A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB.
  • Full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
  • Recent and relevant experience with Oranga Tamariki and in a similar social work role (preferably within NZ).
  • Empathy, patience and the ability to see past what someone may be struggling with.
  • Experience within the child protection sector, preferably in NZ.
  • Ability to analyse and prepare social work and other plans (e.g., financial).
  • Demonstrated sound judgement and organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage risk and make tough decisions.
  • Benefits

    We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options, training and professional development, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.

    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.

    About us

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

    We strive to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child, working with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

    Our values : tamariki first, aroha vital, respect mana, tika and pono, valuing whakapapa and recognising oranga as a journey.

    How to Apply

    Apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please apply using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

    For any questions about the role, please contact (contact information omitted).

    Applications close on the 2nd December 2025

    We will review CVs and interview as we go. Get your application in today as we may close the role early if the preferred candidate is selected.

    Before applying, please make yourself familiar with our code of conduct which sets our expectations for kaimahi and requires work free from influences of drugs and alcohol.

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