Social Worker - Specialist Teams Tamaki Makaurau - Greylynn

Position Overview Full Time, Permanent, Tāmaki Makaurau Specialist Teams, Grey Lynn Location. We are looking for a dynamic social worker to fill a vacancy in the Tāmaki Makaurau Specialist Teams. Team and Role Description The site consists of three teams, each with a different kaupapa and focus. Currently there are opportunities in the Kia Manawanui and Ngā Pā Harekeke teams. The Mana Tamariki team uses the Intensive Wraparound Service framework, a widely practiced international service delivery model. This framework guides intensive social work practice focusing on creating support teams that work directly with tamariki and their whānau. Wraparound is an intensive and holistic philosophy of engaging with tamariki that have complex needs and their whānau to help them achieve goals while living at home and within their community. The Kia Manawanui team was developed to meet the needs of complex rangatahi aged between 12-17 years throughout wider Tāmaki Makaurau who are challenging for traditional social work practice. Using intensive social work practice, the team typically works with rangatahi and whānau who have experienced trauma, mental health, severe behavioural presentations, complex living situations or offending behaviour. The Ngā Pā Harekeke team was developed to meet the needs of complex rangatahi aged between 10-14 years who are offending. Using intensive social work practice, the team works more in depth with fewer tamariki and whānau, covering both Family Court and Youth Court jurisdictions and collaborating with stakeholders to provide significant support to rangatahi and whānau. Qualifications and Skills SWRB Social work registration and a current Annual Practicing Certificate Experience working with tamariki, rangatahi and whānau Client-focused skills; motivational interviewing skills are an advantage Experience working with complex tamariki, rangatahi and whānau Knowledge of the youth court and/or family court is advantageous Planning and organisational skills Information gathering skills and experience Cultural awareness and good relationship management Problem-solving and judgement Integrity in working with vulnerable whānau and other stakeholders Ability to work as part of a team and provide support when needed An open mind and willingness to go above and beyond what is in the job description Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices, including tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples’ culture Understanding, applying and embracing the principles of the Act Compensation and Benefits Annual remuneration for this position starts between $81,206 and $97,557, depending on experience, with progression annually for experience through tenure. The role offers a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. Significant training and professional development opportunities are provided. The organization welcomes diversity and is committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. For additional information on employee benefits, refer to https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/. #J-18808-Ljbffr