💼 Full-Time Position

Social Worker - New Plymouth

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New Zealand Government
📍 new plymouth, taranaki, New-Zealand
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Location
new plymouth, New-Zealand
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Posted
June 21, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Mō te ūuō | The Role

Apply now for a rewarding full-time social work career (x1 permanent or x1 fixed term until Feb2027). Join our vibrant multi‑cultural office in NewPlymouth. We’re offering a competitive salary starting from $81 206 to $97 557, depending on experience.

This is not just a job – it’s a calling.

You will stand for the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi, walking alongside whůa 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 whůa through every interaction
  • Work in true partnership with iwi, hapůa, Māori organisations, community groups and fellow government agencies to create enduring, meaningful Whakapapa

What’s in it for ...