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Supervisor Social Worker

2 months ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Permanent full-time opportunity available

  • Based in our Christchurch West site
  • Remuneration starting from $103,785.12
Mō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

  • We put Tamariki first
  • We believe Aroha is vital
  • We respect the Mana of people
  • We are Tika and Pono
  • We value Whakapapa
  • We recognise that Oranga is a journey


We are committed to putting children 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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role
This role requires a passion to actively keep tamariki in the hearts and minds of everything we do.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

  • Hear tamariki and rangatahi voices and support them or their family/whānau to make positive changes
  • Work alongside various cultural groups and people from different backgrounds
  • Complete assessments on the child, young person, and family/whanau and develop & implement an intervention plan
  • Work alongside partners in our community, nongovernment organisations and state sector agencies
  • Transition children and young people back to their families/whānau or into their forever home
  • Be an advocate on behalf of tamariki to ensure they have the support and resources needed to reach their full potential
  • Understanding and appreciation of crosscultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
Nōu te rourou | 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 from $103,785.12 dependant on experience.
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.

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