Social Worker - Waitakere

Auckland, Auckland New Zealand Government

Posted 18 days ago

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  • To workwith our Waitakere site, Auckland
  • We're offering a competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $7,557, depending on experience

Mō te tūnga| About therole

Across our sites we are working with tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau to make positive changes in our community. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing.

OurWaitakere site works hard to do things differently within the foundation of a whānau led approach focused on awhi and supporting whānau in mana-enhancing ways. We acknowledge that there is much work to do but we are up for it.

Ideally you will have sound social work experience to contribute and build on and some other key requirements of these positions are:

  • Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
  • A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
  • A strong and genuine commitment to strength-based practice
  • A full, clean, current driver's licence
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility
  • Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills
  • An authentic commitment to working alongside whānau is essential
  • Soft skills, emotional empathy, teamwork and leadership
  • Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture

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 puttingtamariki first, we believearoha is vital, we respect themana of people, we aretika andpono , we valuewhakapapa and we recognise thatoranga is a journey.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package ranging from$81,206 to$97 557 dependingon experience and offer progression annually for experience through tenure.

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit

Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to Apply

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. If you have any questions about role, please

Applications for this role will close on 23rd July 2025

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.

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Mental Health Support Worker/Rehabilitation Coach

Auckland, Auckland GOODWOOD PARK HEALTHCARE GROUP

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We are currently recruiting for Mental Health Support Workers/Rehabilitation Coaches to work with our Mental Health/Traumatic Brain Injury clients at our West and South Auckland facilities.

We are The Goodwood Park Healthcare Group, a well established, innovative and leading provider of community and residential services for people who have a Mental Health Illness or Traumatic Brain Injury. We constantly strive to ensure our clients are receiving services that are of the highest quality and promote better health and wellbeing.

We have full time (40 hours per week) positions available across all seven days of the week. There are a variety of different shifts available, both morning and afternoon, so there is quite alot of flexibility in work hours if you desire. These roles are available at our Kumeu, Ranui, Kelston sites in West Auckland and our Ramarama site in South Auckland.

About the role:

As a Mental Health Support Worker/Rehabilitation Coach you will work with our clients to provide support and encouragement as they go about their daily tasks. You will be responsible for maintaining their safety and providing guidance whilst joining them on various outings and participating in daily activities. You will help them achieve their goals as per their plans.

You will help to foster hope, identify strengths and develop resilience recognising that these are key components of the approach to leading a more positive and independent life.

The overall purpose of this role is to achieve maximised level of independence for our clients whilst providing a positive and safe living environment.

What you will need:

  • Team oriented and be a great communicator
  • A full New Zealand driver licence, or an International driver licence which you will convert to a New Zealand driver licence as soon as you are reasonably able to do so
  • Proficient computer literacy - Microsoft suite
  • NZ residency/valid NZ work visa
  • A sense of humour
  • Compassionate, caring, patient
  • Common sense, problem solving ability
  • Able to remain calm in challenging situations.

What is in it for you?

  • Competitive pay rate
  • Fixed days of work (no more rotating rosters)
  • Learn as you earn - if you don't have a health qualification, you simply need the drive to complete a Certificate in Health & Wellbeing during your time with us
  • Lots of training and career progression on offer
  • You will be well rewarded in exchange for your hard work!

Our organisation provides support and coaching for new learning opportunities and we take pride in developing our staff whilst also growing our services and supporting our clients.

If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to take, please apply now by emailing your cv.

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