• Fixed Term Opportunity until late August 2025
• Role based in Greymouth
• Remuneration starting between $68,371 - $75,501 based on experience prorated to the fixed term period

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

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 hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting children first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

These roles will include providing our Social Workers with support for home visits, administration tasks and escorting services. In this role, you will be working under the supervision of a team of social workers and supervisors and day to day responsibilities will include:

• Providing support across a site on an on-demand basis based on the day-to-day operating needs of the Youth Justice team.
• Assisting social workers to enter case notes and other information into CYRAS and other information systems.
• Safely transporting children and young people from one location to another such as appointments, school, attending Youth Court and sports as required under a social worker's direction and supervision.
• Supporting young people to complete aspects of their Family Group conference plans as required under a social worker's direction and supervision. This may also include working with whānau to be able to support their rangatahi achieve success.
• Making necessary administrative arrangements for children in placement and/or programme transition under supervision of a social worker.
• Supporting the transport of young people to bail homes as directed by the Court.
• Some weekends and afterhours may be required.
• Fostering cooperative working relations with internal colleagues and external partners and stakeholders.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

We're looking for applicants with some of the following qualifications, skills and experience:

Qualifications:

• An interest in or studying towards relevant tertiary qualifications.
• A clean, current full driver's licence is essential and a willingness to drive the Ministry's vehicles.

Experience:

• Working in the community assisting or supporting people in need
• Experience in dealing with emotional situations and being empathic to people's challenges and stresses
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in collaborative peer and other stakeholder relationships

Skills:

• Intermediate level of competence across the Microsoft Suite
• Well- developed written and verbal communication skills and effective interpersonal skills
• Able to maintain demeanour in emotionally complex situations
• A calm professional demeanour, with the ability to maintain performance under stress
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Remuneration for this position starts between $68,371 - $75,501 based on experience prorated to the fixed term period. 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.

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 contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close on 20th April 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."