Social Workers (3 Positions) | Intensive Intervention

Social Workers (3 Positions) | Intensive Intervention

Te Haumirimiri Ngākau Mokopuna | Tamariki Tū Tamariki Ora

Location: Kirikiriroa | Hamilton, Waikato Salary: $95,000 – $115,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.30pm Positions available: 3

Meaningful Mahi. Exceptional Support. Better Outcomes for Tamariki.

Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and whānau?

At Tamariki Tū Tamariki Ora (TTTO), we believe every tamaiti deserves to grow up safe, connected, supported and thriving.

We’re looking for three experienced, registered Social Workers to join Te Haumirimiri Ngākau Mokopuna, our Intensive Intervention team, based in Kirikiriroa.

These opportunities are for confident, capable practitioners who bring proven sector experience, sound professional judgement and a genuine passion for working alongside tamariki and whānau experiencing complex challenges.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive wellbeing and professional support package, and the opportunity to be part of an organisation committed to doing things differently.

Ko Wai Mātou | Who We Are

Tamariki Tū Tamariki Ora is the service delivery identity of Kirikiriroa Family Services Trust, building on more than 25 years of supporting tamariki, whānau and communities.

We are a kaupapa Māori organisation committed to strengthening whānau, protecting tamariki and creating meaningful, sustainable change.

Our approach recognises that lasting outcomes are achieved through strong relationships, cultural connection, collective responsibility and practice that places tamariki and whānau at its centre.

Our mahi is grounded in our organisational values:

Āta | Deliberation We act with intention, care and respect, taking the time to make thoughtful decisions and build meaningful relationships.

Ākina | Commitment We are courageous, accountable and unwavering in our commitment to tamariki, whānau and the mahi we undertake.

Āngitū | Excellence We strive for excellence in everything we do, continually strengthening our practice to achieve the best possible outcomes.

These values guide not only how we support tamariki and whānau, but how we work together, develop our kaimahi and uphold the integrity of our practice.

Te Haumirimiri Ngākau Mokopuna | About Our Service

Te Haumirimiri Ngākau Mokopuna is a collaborative kaupapa Māori approach focused on supporting tamariki and whānau where there is a risk of tamariki entering state care.

The mahi is intensive and relationship-based, requiring our Mātanga Tamariki to work closely with tamariki, whānau and partner agencies to strengthen safety, stability and whānau capability.

Our approach is grounded in the belief that whānau have strengths, aspirations and the capacity to create lasting change when provided with the right support, relationships and opportunities.

This is purposeful, challenging and rewarding mahi, where skilled practitioners play a vital role in supporting whānau to build safer, stronger and more sustainable futures for their tamariki.

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

As a Social Worker (Mātanga Tamariki) within Te Haumirimiri Ngākau Mokopuna, you’ll work directly with tamariki and whānau experiencing complex and often high-risk circumstances.

You’ll manage an active caseload, provide intensive intervention and work collaboratively with whānau and partner agencies to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building trusting, professional relationships with tamariki, whānau and their wider support networks.
• Undertaking comprehensive assessments to identify safety concerns, risks, strengths and whānau needs.
• Developing, implementing and monitoring individualised safety and intervention plans.
• Providing intensive, practical and therapeutic-informed support to strengthen whānau capability and stability.
• Working alongside tamariki to understand their experiences, needs and aspirations, ensuring their voices inform decision-making.
• Collaborating with Oranga Tamariki, community providers and other agencies to coordinate effective interventions.
• Managing complex cases, maintaining accurate documentation and exercising sound professional judgement.
• Supporting whānau to achieve sustainable change that reduces the likelihood of tamariki entering state care.

You’ll be supported by experienced leadership, professional supervision and a team that values collaboration, accountability and culturally grounded practice.

He Aha Ngā Painga? | What We Offer

We recognise the expertise, commitment and responsibility that comes with being a Social Worker. Our employment package reflects that.

At TTTO, investing in our kaimahi is an investment in the wellbeing of the tamariki and whānau we serve.

We offer:

• Competitive salary of $95,000 – $115,000 per annum, recognising your professional experience and expertise.
• Pay parity commitment, including payment of your annual practising certificate and professional registration.
• Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.30pm, with consistent working hours.
• Hamilton-based roles, working alongside a committed and collaborative team.
• Free te reo Māori classes, supporting your language learning and connection to te ao Māori.
• Internal professional supervision, providing ongoing guidance, reflective practice and professional support.
• Cultural supervision, strengthening culturally responsive and kaupapa Māori practice.
• Two wānanga each year, bringing our kaimahi together for learning, connection and collective development.
• Hauora allowance, recognising the importance of your health and wellbeing.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression within a growing organisation.

We understand the demands of frontline social work and are committed to creating an environment where our practitioners feel valued, supported and equipped to deliver exceptional mahi.

Mōu | About You

Sector experience is essential for these positions.

We’re seeking experienced Social Workers who understand the realities of working with tamariki and whānau experiencing complex challenges and who have the professional confidence to navigate intensive intervention environments.

These are not entry-level positions. We need practitioners who can bring established skills, sound judgement and proven experience to our team.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB).
• Demonstrated experience within the child protection, intensive intervention or social services sector.
• Proven experience managing complex caseloads involving tamariki and whānau with multiple and often challenging needs.
• Strong capability in risk assessment, safety planning, intervention and case management.
• A sound understanding of statutory care and protection processes, relevant legislation and interagency practice.
• Experience working collaboratively with Oranga Tamariki and other professional and community agencies.
• An understanding of trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally responsive practice.
• The ability to make sound professional decisions, manage competing priorities and respond confidently to complex situations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, particularly when engaging with tamariki and whānau.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with an understanding of tikanga Māori and a willingness to continue developing your practice within a kaupapa Māori environment.
• A full New Zealand driver’s licence.

We’re particularly interested in practitioners who demonstrate resilience, initiative, compassion and accountability, and who understand that meaningful change requires consistency, persistence and strong relationships.

Nau Mai, Haere Mai | Join Our Whānau

At TTTO, this is more than a Social Work position. It’s an opportunity to contribute your expertise to mahi that matters, alongside people who share your commitment to the safety, wellbeing and future of tamariki.

You’ll be part of an organisation that values professional excellence, invests in its people and recognises the importance of culturally grounded, whānau-centred practice.

If you’re an experienced Social Worker looking for meaningful mahi, a competitive remuneration package and a workplace where your contribution is genuinely valued, we want to hear from you.

Three positions available. Apply now and help us create better outcomes for tamariki and whānau.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Police Vetting, safety checking and verification of professional registration, in accordance with relevant legislative and organisational requirements.