Social Worker

3 months ago


Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

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.
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.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
Tautahere site offers a tight knit, vibrant and supportive team of kaimahi who work together to uphold and share the Oranga Tamariki values. We offer a range of professional development opportunities, supervision and are committed to the wellbeing of all staff. We enjoy waiata, being collaborative and ensuring the best outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi. We welcome diversity and are committed to be inclusive and respectful of all.
Tautahere is based in Whangarei and works with whanau and family in the Whangarei North area. We offer a competitive remuneration that offers progression annually based on tenure.
Salary for this role starts between $81,206 - $97,557 per annum with further progression through tenure.

**We also offer**:

- Reduced Southern Cross premiums
- Vision care
- SWRB and APC renewal costs covered
- Opportunity to build your professional network with colleagues across the wider children's workforce

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

**To be successful in this rewarding position, you will need**:

- A full, clean driver's licence
- Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
- A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
- A positive attitude and the ability to influence and empower our tamariki and rangatahi
- Empathy, patience, and ability to see past what someone may be struggling with 
- Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt to your audience
- Great written skills as you will need to prepare social work plans, write court reports, case notes and other documents
- Strong analytical skills and an ability to assess tamariki and rangatahi changing needs
- Ability to manage risk and make tough decisions

Mō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.
We are committed to ensuring that 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.
We are committed to 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.

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.


  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    We are seeking qualified and experienced social workers to join us on a permanent basis. Join us in making a meaningful difference to the lives of our tamariki. - Permanent, full-time vacancy available! - Based at our Teaotahi Site, Whangarei - Competitive salary ranging from $81206,00 to $97,557.00 depending on experience Hei awhitanga nga mahi o Te Tai...

  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    1 x Permanent, fulltime vacancy up for grabs! - Competitive salary rates starting from $78,840.00 - $94,715.00 and increased rates based on experience - Based in our Teaotahi Site, Whangarei Hei awhitanga nga mahi o Te Tai Tokerau. Tu te Tangata, Tu te Rohe, Tu te Mana. Tihei, tihei mauri ora (embrace the collective response with communities). Our Social...

  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    1 x Permanent, fulltime vacancy up for grabs! - Competitive salary rates starting from $78,840.00 - $94,715.00 and increased rates based on experience - Based in our Teaotahi Site, Whangarei Hei awhitanga nga mahi o Te Tai Tokerau. Tu te Tangata, Tu te Rohe, Tu te Mana. Tihei, tihei mauri ora (embrace the collective response with communities). Our Social...

  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    We are seeking qualified and experienced social workers to join us on a permanent basis. Join us in making a meaningful difference to the lives of our tamariki. - Based at our Teaotahi Site, Whangarei - Competitive salary ranging from $81,206 to $97,557 depending on experience Hei awhitanga nga mahi o Te Tai Tokerau. Tu te Tangata, Tu te Rohe, Tu te Mana....

  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent full-time vacancy - Salary starting from $78840.00 - Situated at our Tautahere Site! Mō te tūnga | About the role - 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 initial safety checks and assessments on...

  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    3 x Permanent, full time, Social Worker's, Care & Protection - Te Kaipara Site (Dargaville) We're offering a competitive remunerations package starting from $76,284 to $94,715, depending on experience Hei awhitanga nga mahi o Te Tai Tokerau. Tu te Tangata, Tu te Rohe, Tu te Mana. Tihei, tihei mauri ora (embrace the collective response with communities). 'It...

  • Social Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent full-time position available - Based at our Te Kaipara Site - We're offering a competitive salary starting from $78840.00 Part of the Kaipara district, Dargaville is a home to just over five thousand people and growing. With house prices significantly dropping affordability in Dargaville is an ideal place to buy up and raise your family. Enjoy the...

  • Allied Support Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Allied Support Workers - 6 month Fixed-term roles available supporting our Social Workers - Positions are available in Kaikohe and Whangarei - Competitive salary starting from $66,371, depending on experience - We're looking for applicants who can accommodate minimum 20 hours per week, 5 full hours per day, days and times are flexible to sites...

  • Resource Worker

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Tamariki and Rangatahi Support Workers (Resource Workers) Casual - Hourly rate of $24.67 Whangarei site (As and when required for short or block assignments) Are you driven to make a difference for tamaiti and their whānau? At Oranga Tamariki we are dedicated to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do and say. Our Tamariki and...

  • Practice Leader

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent Full Time Role - Role will be based at Whangarei - Competitive salary starting from $111,020 - $133696, depending on experience. Are you an inspirational leader who is passionate about improving the outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau? We have an exciting opportunity available to lead practice in a permanent full-time role in the...

  • Senior Practitioner

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent full-time position available - Based at our Te Kaipara Site - We're offering a competitive salary starting from $78840.00 - $94715.00 Part of the Kaipara district, Dargaville is a home to just over five thousand people and growing. With house prices significantly dropping affordability in Dargaville is an ideal place to buy up and raise your...

  • Kairaranga a Whanau

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    1 x Permanent, full-time position available - Whangarei Location - Competitive salary ranging from $85,370 to $97,105, depending on experience Mō te tūnga | About the role - Support tamariki and rangatahi to be well connected to their whānau - Support social workers and co-ordinators to identify whānau, hapu and iwi relationships for tamariki and...

  • Kairaranga a Whanau

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    1 x Permanent, full-time position available - Te Kaipara Location - Competitive salary ranging from $85,370 to $97,105, depending on experience Mō te tūnga | About the role - Support tamariki and rangatahi to be well connected to their whānau - Support social workers and co-ordinators to identify whānau, hapu and iwi relationships for tamariki and...

  • Workplace Adminstrator

    3 months ago


    Northland, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Mō te tūnga | About the role Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand's tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and communities? We have an opportunity to become a Workplace Administrator at our Kaitaia site. Come and join our great, supportive and fun team and grow your administration experience to new heights with our team. - Be responsible for...


  • Northland, New Zealand CareJobz Recruitment Full time

    **Job Title: Mental Health and AOD Professionals** **Location: Northland Region** **Hours: Full Time and Part Time - Permanent - Multiple roles** **Salary**: **Recruiter: Dee Bayley at Carejobz Recruitment** **Psychologists, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists** **About the role**: Carejobz is working in partnership with our...


  • Far North District, Northland, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau Full time

    Mental Health and Addictions Services, Kaikohe (0.8 FTE, permanent) Are you seeking that role with real impact and meaning? Would you like to see the tangible outcome of your work, in your community, every day? At Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand, we're driving health equality for Te Tai Tokerau, and we want you to be a part of our diverse and passionate...