Our belief is that in the right environment, with the right people surrounding and nurturing them, any child can and should flourish. We are dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm now, or in the future.

 We have a brilliant opportunity for you to be part our amazing Upper Hutt team!

Join our team based in our Upper Hutt site! We are seeking talented, newly qualified, or experienced Social Workers! If you are passionate about improving the lives of tamariki and rangatahi and carrying out meaningful work that makes a difference, this could be the opportunity for you!

• On-going coaching, support, and professional development,
• Enhanced annual leave,
• Wellness benefits,
• Support in learning Te Reo.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children, currently have opportunities for newly qualified or experienced Social Workers to join our Upper Hutt site, to work across the region providing statutory social work services throughout the region.

In this role, you will be working in partnership with a team of Social Workers and other stakeholders including whānau and iwi. You will be part of a team who makes bold and courageous decisions to protect our tamariki and rangatahi. As a Social Worker you will also uphold best practices in delivering casework and services for tamariki across the Wellington region. 

What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

• A recognised Social Work qualification by the Social Worker Registration Board
• Registration (or able to apply) with New Zealand's Social Worker Registration Board
• Demonstrated resilience, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and demonstrating this in practice
• Having a good understanding of section 7(AA) of The Oranga Tamariki Act
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• A valid and clean New Zealand's drivers' licence.