Social Worker—Alexandra at Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, Otago.

M? t?nei t?ranga mahi | About this role: A full-time, permanent position is available. Positions will be based at the Central Otago site. We're offering a competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $97,557, depending on experience.

About the role | M? te t?nga: The wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi is everyone's responsibility. They deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard, and be surrounded by loving wh?nau and community. If these words capture why you became a social worker, then you belong on the journey we have begun at Oranga Tamariki. We're looking for a qualified, registered, and experienced social worker who wants to make a real difference by putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything they do. If you would like to take advantage of the outdoors, this is the place to be; stunning scenery and a vast array of recreational activities are on your doorstep. As the perfect base, some of the most amazing regional destinations are within only a few hours' drive in any direction.

Our team of practitioners is an innovative group of diverse practitioners who work closely together and share our Oranga Tamariki values. As part of our team, you will spend your day meeting with tamariki, rangatahi, and their wh?nau, listening to what they have to say. You will complete assessments of needs, participate in hui-?-wh?nau and family group conferences, and partner with other agencies, community groups, and local iwi in a creative manner to secure good outcomes.

What's in it for you | N?u te rourou: A competitive market salary between $81,206 and $97,557. A challenging, fascinating, and highly rewarding career with lots of variety and opportunities for professional development, alongside building your professional network with colleagues across the wider children's workforce.

A comprehensive induction, ongoing training, regular supervision to support you in achieving your personal and professional goals, and annual fees paid for your SWRB/ANZASW membership

Colleagues who are united in their commitment to providing quality relational, inclusive, and restorative social work practice. A place of work in the stunningly beautiful Central Otago/Queenstown Lakes area, world-renowned for its numerous cycle trails, tramping, water sports, ski fields, amazing scenery, vineyards, wonderful cuisine, and more.

Oranga Tamariki offers an impartial remuneration package that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $81,206 and $97,557, dependent on experience. We offer the opportunity to work in a diverse, supportive, and committed team alongside a range of professional development opportunities.

What you will bring | Ng? p?manawatanga ?u: A full, clean driver's license. Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB). A social worker qualification recognized by the SWRB. A positive attitude and the ability to influence and empower tamariki, rangatahi, and their whanau. 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. If you genuinely care about providing tamariki and rangathi with the aroha and support they need early on in life, you'll get immense satisfaction from being able to turn lives around and seeing the difference your mahi makes. So, will you join us?

M? m?tou | 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 hap?, iwi, and M?ori organizations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need. Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment 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 recognize that oranga is a journey.

How to Apply | Me p?hea te tuku tono: Apply online with your CV and covering letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log-in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

Applications close on Monday, 28 April 2025; however, we will be reviewing CVs as we go, so get your application in now!

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If you have any questions about role, contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz or chris.pickering@ot.govt.nz