Social Worker - CGRS Ōtepoti

About the role Specialised role, focusing on recruiting, assessing and supporting caregivers to provide the best possible care. This role is based at our Dunedin Site Champion the protection, wellbeing and best management of tamariki in safe families Mō te tūnga. Caregivers take on a critically important role in the lives of tamariki who cannot live safely at home. As a Caregiver Social Worker, you will partner closely with our caregivers to help them understand the role they play at each stage of a child's journey through care. With your strong relationship management skills and commitment to providing tailored support, you will ensure that our caregivers are well prepared with the resources, skills and information that they need to provide nurturing, safe and stable homes for tamariki. As part of your work, you will build relationships with and support whānau and non-whānau caregivers, emergency and respite caregivers and long-term caregivers. The role of a Caregiver Social Worker is varied and deeply rewarding, with the opportunity to deliver tangible and meaningful benefits to your community. You will work as a team with the child's Social Worker to identify key or underlying issues and develop creative, individually tailored strategies that provide cohesive support from all angles to facilitate great outcomes for tamariki who need caring for. Where required, you will also work with other agencies, community groups and providers to ensure the needs of our caregivers are met. Our close-knit and supportive team are fully committed to achieving positive change for tamariki, whānau and caregivers. We also understand and have experience in managing the challenges you may face in this role. As this role is a Social Worker position, not Caregiver, you must hold a Social Work qualification and be registered with SWRB. What you will bring Recognised Social Work qualification by the Social Worker Registration Board (SWRB) and full registration with NewZealand's Social Worker Registration Board and an annual practising certificate (or the ability to gain registration with the SWRB) Demonstrated resilience, critical thinking and problem‑solving techniques Upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and demonstrating this in practice A good understanding of section7(AA) of the Oranga Tamariki Act Understanding of the Oranga Tamariki National Care Standards 2018 Passion and vision for caregivers and what they need to succeed Excellent relationship management skills Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills A valid and clean NewZealand driver’s licence (historic convictions may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis) 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 dependent on experience, with tenure‑based progression steps 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. How to apply Applications close: Thursday 9 July 2026. 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. Contact: [email protected] . #J-18808-Ljbffr