Social Worker

7 days ago

Napier Field, Alabama, New Zealand Kia Puāwai Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, huri noa i te motu, tēnā koutou katoa.

He tūranga tēnei e wātea ana ki roto o Kia Puāwai.

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

At Kia Puāwai we are passionate about foster care and ensuring rangatahi have a home where they can grow and flourish.

This part time position (20 hours per week) is based in the Hawkes Bay, however the person will need to be highly mobile so they can engage directly with rangatahi, their whānau in their communities and work with caregivers who live throughout the Hawkes Bay region.

Referral assessment, developing robust transition plans, treatment formulation and monitoring, education placements and planning, building meaningful relationships with rangatahi whānau and advocacy are some of the key responsibilities of the social worker.

With a caseload of only 5 to 7, this role allows for a planned and focused social work approach to care, grounded in an evidence-based model (The Teaching Family Model) with an emphasis on trauma-informed practice.

This social work role is perfect for a passionate individual who is looking to take a new step in their career, and for those who would welcome a flexible working pattern.

About Kia Puāwai | He kōrero mō Kia Puāwai

We are a tangata Tiriti NGO which specialises in providing therapeutic services for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau who have complex behavioural and/or mental health needs.

Our innovative approach combines Western evidence-based models with mātauranga Māori and Pasifika knowledge. We work in a trauma informed way that acknowledges the impacts of colonisation for tangata whenua and indigenous peoples of Te Moana Nui a Kiwa, including how and why members of these communities may require our services.

Our organisational tikanga: aroha, manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and wairuatanga help us to define what best practice is for working with tangata whenua in Aotearoa.

As a tangata Tiriti organisation, we are committed to meeting our obligations to He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to deliver equitable outcomes through the designing and delivery of effective and appropriate services for tangata whenua and Pasifika.

We have over 250 staff and caregivers supporting tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau across Te Tai Tokerau, greater Tāmaki, Waikato, Te Moana a Toi, Te Matau a Māui, and the lower areas of Te Ika o Māui and Te Wai Pounamu. To find out more about Kia Puāwai, visit

About You |  He kōrero mōu ake

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • A relevant social work qualification and hold current registration.
  • Have proven experience achieving positive outcomes with rangatahi.
  • Competency with tikanga and te reo Māori is advantageous or a commitment to starting your journey into Te Ao Māori whilst taking ownership of your learning and growth.
  • Have the availability to be rostered on-call on, which receives additional remuneration.
  • Have a full New Zealand driver's license and be willing to be MSD and NZ Police vetted.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

  • Flexible working environment
  • Full induction and comprehensive training in the evidence-based model of care, Teaching Family Model.
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities in both western and indigenous knowledge bases.
  • 24/7 senior leadership support
  • Practice support from a team of professionals with a wide range of experience
  • A vehicle for commuting and work use
  • A comprehensive orientation and induction programme, including noho marae.
  • Paid birthday leave

This role is covered by the social work pay equity settlement extension. Remuneration will be decided after consultation with you regarding your experience.

Closing date |Rā Katinga 14 November 2025.

Please note that we review applications as we receive these and we may remove the advert before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Position Description:please request a position description from

Contact: If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Briar Butler on

Ngā mihi nui.

We welcome and encourage diversity and inclusion in our workforce and adhere to best practice equal employment opportunity principles in all aspects of our recruitment and our ways of working. Kia Puāwai is Rainbow Tick accredited.

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