Allied Support Workers - Waikato

Oranga Tamariki has exciting new opportunities for those looking to develop their career pathways and make a meaningful contribution to the wellbeing of tamariki, rangatahi and whānau. These permanent Allied Support Worker positions provide consistent and reliable operational support to frontline Social Work teams, strengthening team capacity and continuity of support across sites.

The Allied Support Worker works under the direction and oversight of qualified Social Workers and supervisors, contributing to positive outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau by enabling Social Workers to focus on statutory requirements and professional practice. The role is non‑regulated, does not undertake social work activities, and does not have a caseload.

Allied Support Workers support Caregiver Recruitment and Support teams with caregiver recruitment activities, caregiver support, training coordination, placement support and administrative activities that contribute to positive outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and their caregivers.

• Provide support across the region based on operational priorities and service demand.
• Travel across the region and occasionally outside the region as required.
• Support caregiver engagement, community outreach and caregiver recruitment activities.
• Coordinate caregiver training and support learning and development initiatives.
• Assist with caregiver assessments, approvals, support planning and ongoing caregiver support.
• Support placement and matching activities through information gathering, caregiver profile development and placement coordination.
• Foster positive working relationships with caregivers, whānau, community organisations and internal stakeholders.
• Work outside normal business hours from time to time as required.

• Experience
  • Working in the community assisting or supporting people in need.
  • Working with Māori and/or Pasifika cultures.
  • Experience dealing with emotional situations and being empathic to people's challenges and stresses.
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with peers and other stakeholders.
• Skills
  • Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain a calm professional demeanour in emotionally complex situations and perform under stress.
  • Understanding and appreciation of cross‑cultural practices, including knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture.
  • Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
  • Ability to uphold the principles of Tetiritiō
    
    Waitangi in practice.
  • Intermediate competence across Microsoft Suite.
• Qualifications & Licence
  • Recognised Social Services qualification desirable.
  • Clean, current full driver’s licence essential and willingness to drive Ministry vehicles.
  • Historic convictions may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Competitive remuneration package starting at $68,371 to $75,501, significant training and professional development opportunities, and an inclusive and respectful working environment. We welcome diversity and are committed to working inclusively.