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Are you a Social Worker who's eager to spend more time connecting with tamariki and rangatahi and less time working in an office? Are you committed to improving outcomes for all tamariki and rangatahi, with a real focus on those who whakapapa Māori?

As these are newly introduced roles, we will invest heavily in your development whilst you influence how we improve our practice here at Epuni.

• Earn a competitive salary starting between approximately $97,447.20 - $117,068.40 (dependant on experience), which includes allowances for working shifts.
• Work collaboratively with our Residential Youth Workers to develop and lead a therapeutic care approach, ensuring we deliver the necessary services to keep rangatahi safe, uphold their dignity and rights, and meet their needs. This role provides an opportunity to lead out practice and influence positive change within Epuni.
• Significantly improve the lives of rangatahi and improve their outcomes providing proactive, comprehensive care and support to rangatahi while they are in our care
• Be actively involved in the daily operations of the residence, working closely with rangatahi to develop insights into who they are, what is important to them and what they need to have their needs met and succeed.
• As part of this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely and liaise with mental health services within the community.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Epuni Care is on the brink of a major transformation. We're launching a new, robust therapeutic and rangatahi-centric residential care model. This program is the result of intense, dedicated work aimed at enhancing the experiences of rangatahi and our staff.

Our mission is to significantly improve the lives of rangatahi placed in our care and improve their outcomes. This overhaul will enhance the quality of care, improve staff training rosters, upgrade resources, and create clear career advancement paths for our kaimahi and create a new way forward for care in New Zealand.

We are committed to providing comprehensive, proactive care and support to rangatahi during their stay and as they transition back into the community. To make this vision a reality, we are looking for Social Workers to join our Epuni team and to support the beautiful and vibrant Wellington-region community.

As a Social Worker at Epuni, you will collaborate closely with our Residential Youth Workers and the wider team. Your role is to develop and lead a therapeutic care approach, ensuring we deliver the necessary services to keep rangatahi safe, uphold their dignity and rights, and meet their needs.

We want to call it out upfront - this role will be challenging at times. Residences are dynamic and, at times, high-risk environments. Despite the challenges, this work is deeply rewarding and offers you the opportunity to make a tangible difference for rangatahi.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring.

• A recognised Social Work qualification by the Social Worker Registration Board (SWRB).
• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Worker Registration Board and an annual practicing certificate (or the ability to gain registration with the SWRB).
• A passion and commitment to working with rangatahi, especially out rangathai Māori.
• Skills and experience of successfully working as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated resilience, critical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
• A valid and clean New Zealand's driver's licence.
• Ability to work a roster pattern that includes working evenings and weekends alongside a team of youth workers.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between approximately $97,447.20 - $117,068.40 (dependant on experience), which includes allowances for working shifts. 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 https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply.

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter, please include in your application your work availability. 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.