Social Worker

Permanent Full time Opportunity available Position based in Te Awamutu, Waikato Remuneration starting from $81,206 - $97,557 dependent on experience Mō te tūnga | About the role The wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi is everyone's responsibility. They deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard, and be surrounded by loving whānau and community. If these words capture why you became a Social Worker, then you belong on the journey we have begun at Oranga Tamariki. We're looking for qualified, registered, and experienced social workers who want to make a real difference by putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything they do. As part of our dynamic team based at our Te Awamutu site, you may spend your day meeting with tamariki, rangatahi and their family and whānau listening to what they have to say, completing assessments of need, formulating intensive intervention plans, participating in hui-ā-whānau, family group conferences, and partnering with other agencies, community groups and local iwi to improve outcomes. Salary for this role starts between $81,206 - $97,557 per annum with further progression through tenure. Qualifications Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or able to register A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture A full, clean, current driver's licence Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills What's in it for you Reduced Southern Cross premiums SWRB and APC renewal costs covered Opportunity to build your professional network with colleagues across the wider children's workforce Significant training and professional development so that you can continue to grow and thrive 23 days annual leave for full time staff, increasing to 25 days annual leave after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time) #J-18808-Ljbffr