Location
palmerston north
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 09, 2026
Job Description
Overview
Apply now for a rewarding permanent full-time social work career. We offer a competitive salary from $81,206 to $97,557 depending on experience.
Mō te tūnga | The Role
This is not just a job – it's a calling. You will stand for the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi, walking alongside whānau as they navigate uncertainty, transformation and growth. You will bring aroha, clarity and optimism while maintaining mana.
Responsibilities
- Complete thorough safety and risk assessments
- Lead hui with care and confidence
- Design tailored, strengths-based, and culturally aligned plans
- Uplift the mana of whānau through every interaction
- Work in true partnership with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations, community groups and fellow government agencies to create enduring, meaningful Whakapapa
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
In this role, you don't just give – you grow.
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