Social Worker - Homai

Social Worker - Homai

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

Location : Homai - Wiri

Remuneration : $81,206 to $97,557 (annually)

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. Join a team with big hearts and a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of a positive and supportive team and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

In this fast‑paced role, you will work with other social services, agencies and providers to ensure the needs of the child or young person and their family are fully met.

What you will bring

• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or ability to register
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• A full, clean, current driver's licence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated resilience, problem‑solving techniques and flexibility
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report‑writing skills
• Understanding and appreciation of cross‑cultural practices; knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples’ culture

What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $81,206 to $97,557 dependant on experience, with annual tenure‑based progression steps available above this range.

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.

About us

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

We are committed to ensuring that 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.

We are committed to putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

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.

Hurry as applications for this role will close on 26th October 2025 and as applications are being reviewed as they come in, the application window may close early.

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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