Social Worker Kahu Taurima

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As a Kahu Taurima Social Worker, you will work directly with Pacific families across the Waitematā region, providing strengths-based support, advocacy, assessment, and referrals to help families access the services they need.

As a Kahu Taurima Social Worker, you will work directly with Pacific families across the Waitematā region, providing strengths-based support, advocacy, assessment, and referrals to help families access the services they need.

You will:

• Complete social assessments and identify family strengths and needs.
• Support families with housing, financial, wellbeing, and social challenges.
• Connect families with community resources and essential services.
• Build strong relationships with agencies such as WINZ, Kāinga Ora, and health providers.
• Conduct home visits and provide practical support and advocacy.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, support workers, and community partners to deliver holistic care.
• Promote wellbeing, early intervention, and positive outcomes for Pacific families.

We welcome applications from people who:

• Hold a recognised qualification in social services.
• Have current Social Worker Registration Board (SWRB) registration.
• Have experience working with Pacific families and communities.
• Understand and value Pacific cultures, traditions, and ways of working.
• Can build trusted relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Are organised, adaptable, and able to manage a varied caseload.
• Hold a Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Pacific language skills and strong connections within Pacific communities are highly valued.

Location:

Henderson