Registered Social Worker - Wellington

At The Salvation Army, we believe transformationhappens through relationships. He Taonga NgŁ Tamariki is a new and innovative 12-month wraparound pathway supporting măă experiencing harm from substance use while parenting tamariki aged 0-5 years. Through a combination of relationship-based support, substance-harm reduction, tamariki care, group programmes, and whăă stabilisation, we are working to improve outcomes for both măă and their children. We are seeking a Social Worker who can combine professionalexpertisewith compassionate, relationship-based practice to support lasting change for măă, tamariki and whăă. You will journey alongside măă,providingprofessional guidance andhelping create the conditions for safe,healthyand thriving futures for both them and their tamariki. About the Role As the Social Worker within He Taonga NgŁ Tamariki, you will work alongside Măă Navigators, whăă and community partners to support safety,wellbeingand long-term stability. Key responsibilities include: Providing assessment, planning,interventionand review with măă and whăă. Supporting whăă experiencing complex social,familyand wellbeing challenges. Developing strengths-based plans that promote recovery,resilienceand independence. Providingprofessional guidance around risk,safeguardingand child wellbeing. Advocating across health, housing,educationand social service systems. Supporting positive parenting and healthy outcomes for tamariki. Working collaboratively with addiction services, early childhood providers, healthprofessionalsand community agencies. Championing trauma-informed, culturallyresponsiveand recovery-oriented practice. Contributing to programme evaluation and continuous improvement. What You'll Bring A recognised Social Work qualification. Current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board. Experience supporting whăă experiencing vulnerability, trauma, substance-useharmor complex social needs. Strong assessment,advocacyand relationship-building skills. Confidence working within strengths-based, trauma-informedand whăă-centred frameworks. Commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and supportingequitableoutcomes for Măă. A genuine affinity with our Christian mission and values shaped by faith, hope, and compassion. Excellent communication,documentationand organisational skills. Experience in addiction, mental health, familysupportor community-based services. Understanding of recovery-oriented approaches. Experience working within teams and across agencies. Knowledge of local service networks and community resources. Our offer to you: Anadditionalworking week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing Subsidised flu vaccinations Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such asBeaurepaires, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7 Candidates should be adaptable, energetic,self-motivatedand committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society' This role is permanent and hours worked will be 37.5 per week. The starting annual salary for this role will fall between $68,000 to $102,000. The starting hourly rate for this role will fall between$32.7105 to $49.0385. This role is covered by pay equity and the finalremunerationwill be dependent on the years of experience the preferred candidate brings to the role. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to be part of something more than a programme. He Taonga NgŁ Tamariki is designed to support lasting change for măă, tamariki and whăă through the power of trusted relationships, practicalsupportand hope-filled intervention. At The Salvation Army, we believe people are more than the challenges they face and that transformation is possible.You'lljoin a passionate team committed to walking alongside whăă through some of life's most difficult seasons, celebrating progress, building resilience, and helping create brighter futures for future generations. If you are looking for a role where your professional practice, values and purpose align, and where the work you do each day genuinely matters,we'dlove to hear from you. The Salvation Army is a world-wide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforminglivesand reforming society – all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful appointee should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army. Reference # 17282 Posted on 17 Aug 2026 Closes on 31 Aug 2026 23:47 Location(s) Wellington Expertise Addictions, Supportive Accommodation and Reintegration Services, Social Worker #J-18808-Ljbffr