Child Wellbeing Advocates

7 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki Full time

About the Role

We are seeking individuals to work as Child Wellbeing Advocates, providing support services for vulnerable children in the Auckland region. This role involves caring for children when they are not with their family and transporting them to school, appointments, activities, and respite.

Key Responsibilities

  • Caring for children in a supportive environment
  • Transporting children to and from school, appointments, activities, and respite
  • Working with social workers to provide additional support
  • Supervising contact visits and writing observational reports

Required Skills and Qualifications

This role requires people skills, patience, and an ability to see past what children may be struggling with. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children who have complex needs and can demonstrate discretion, tolerance, and understanding.

Benefits

We offer flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We provide training and professional development so that you can develop and grow. We welcome diversity and work in an inclusive and respectful way.



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