Whānau Care Social Worker

Job Description

Te Kāika is looking for an experienced Social Worker on a Full-Time (1FTE) position to work with mokopuna, whānau and kaitiaki in our whānau care service. 

About us:
Te Kāika is a ‘one-stop-shop’ for family wellbeing, providing a range of low-cost healthcare and social services. Inspired by the principles of whānaukataka (family), Kotahitaka (unity) Tino Rakatirataka (Self-determination) and Mana Motuhake (Resilience), Te Kaika is a place where people from all walks of life come together to be strengthened and thrive.

At Te Kaika Dunedin, we believe in the power of community and the strength that comes from working together. Our vision is to uphold the mana of everyone we work with by promoting connection, respecting your values and decisions, and encouraging independence and rakatirataka.

About the Role

Our core service is to support whānau, kaitiaki and mokopuna. Your main role is making sure whānau and mokopuna receive the support they need. 

• Makes initial contact with family 
• Work with agencies toward “handovers” for families transitioning to further support 
• Actively liaises for the purpose of safety and accountability in all services
• Maintains a child centered focus
• Supports and monitors safety and risk management.
• Supports families to identify goals/outcomes 
• Identify dynamic risk factors within the family environment and work to mitigate these
• Holds key strategic relationships with relevant NGO's 
• Engages in regular supervision and professional development opportunities.

Skills and experience

• A tertiary qualification in social work or other relevant qualification
• Proven experience of working in the Māori community is preferable
• Proven experience of working with mokopuna and whānau is preferable
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a team and build positive relationships in our community
• Values diversity
• Able to manage casework with competing priorities

Benefits

• Working in an aspirational service
• Be supported to build practice based on Kaupapa Kāi Tahu principles
• Be part of community development that places service users at the centre

Organisation

Te Kaika

Job Summary

Te Kāika is looking for an experienced Social Worker on a Full-Time (1FTE) position to work with mokopuna, whānau and kaitiaki in our whānau care service.

How to apply

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?

• How many years' experience do you have as a social worker?

• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Sector

Not for Profit

Cause (Sustainable Development Goals)

Other