Registered Social Worker – Community Team
Birthright Hawke's Bay | Napier or Hastings based | Full-time, Permanent (40 hours)
Meaningful mahi. Great people. A place to belong.
One of our much-valued team members is retiring, creating a rare opportunity for a Registered Social Worker to join our experienced and supportive Community Social Work Team.
At Birthright Hawke's Bay, we're proud of our positive workplace culture, low staff turnover and the strong relationships we've built with whānau and our community.
We believe in asking "What's strong?" rather than "What's wrong?" and working alongside whānau to build on their strengths and achieve their goals.
Why join us?
A stable, experienced and genuinely supportive team
Competitive salary aligned with Social Worker Pay Parity
Paid SWRB registration
Regular internal and external professional supervision
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Birthday leave and mileage allowance with travel during the workday
Supportive leadership that values your wellbeing, ideas and initiative
A positive workplace where people enjoy coming to work
About the role
You'll work alongside tamariki, rangatahi and whānau, providing professional, strengths-based social work support, assessment, advocacy and early intervention.
You'll be part of a collaborative team that values relationships, professional judgement and making a meaningful difference in our community.
About you
We're looking for someone who:
Is a qualified, NZ Registered Social Worker
Has experience working with tamariki and whānau
Has sound child protection, risk assessment and safety planning skills
Is committed to te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally responsive, whānau-centered practice
Builds strong relationships and brings initiative, compassion and professionalism
Effective administration and digital skills, including the ability to write good case notes-outcome measures and maintains client records at a high standard.
Holds a full NZ driver's license
Come and be part of our village!
At Birthright Hawke's Bay, we believe it takes a village, and we're proud to be part of many.
If you're looking for meaningful mahi, great colleagues and an organisation where your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply through SEEK with your CV and cover letter.
For more information, contact Sharon Allan, Practice Manager – Operations, at [email protected] or 06 835 2162.
Applicants must have the right to work in NZ and meet the safety-checking requirements of the Children's Act 2014.