Supervisor Social Worker

3 months ago


Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

1x Permanent, fulltime position available, based at our Christchurch West Site
- 1x fulltime, fixed-term/secondment position available based at our Sydenham Site
- We're offering a competitive salary starting from, $111,020 to $133,696, depending on experience

In Christchurch we are working with tamariki and whānau to make positive changes in our community. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing.

Mō te tūnga | About the role
As part of this role you will need to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers working across the Christchurch area. There will be times when you will also be part of varying projects that occur within Regional Office. This team also works closely with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations, supporting our tamariki and whanau. The ability to build and maintain positive relationships across this area is of high importance. It is imperative that you are able to travel around the region as and when required.
The role requires you to identify the professional development needs of your team and ensure they are supported to grow their capability and practice depth. Manage workflow and ensure that the right decisions are made in a timely manner.
Everything you do needs to reflect the values of Oranga Tamariki, and assure professional practice is aligned with our Practice Framework, Principles and Standards. Partner and collaborate with peer supervisors across the region, including the wider leadership team and understanding the importance of your role in the wider operational setting.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

**Key requirements of the role include**:

- A full, clean, valid driver's licence
- Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
- A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
- Previous people management and/or mentoring experience is essential
- An ability to build and lead an effective team and be a team player
- A proactive approach that places the needs of tamariki front and centre in all decisions and actions.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing demands
- Knowledge of the principals and purposes of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
- Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.
- Be able to travel (including overnight stays) with the Ikaroa Rāwhiti region.

Mō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.
Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting tamariki 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.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

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.


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