Social Worker

About the role

You will work with thein an established team to serve families in the Auckland region. You will be part of an established multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive support to our service users and their families through strengths-based and culturally appropriate approaches. The role is aimed at strengthening independent living for those who access our services.

• Use strength-based and culturally appropriate approaches

• Advocate for the rights, safety and wellbeing of Pacific Community

• Provide support across the Auckland region

• Deliver meaningful social work

• Use trauma informed practice models

About you

• Registerable or registered with SWRB

• Comprehensive knowledge of a Pacific Culture

• Knowledge of Pacific modes of delivery

• Full, clean New Zealand Driver Licence

• Pacific language proficiency

• Eligible to work in New Zealand

Benefits

• Mobile phone and laptop

• Commitment to investing in staff professional development

• Use of fleet vehicles for work purposes

• Uniform provided

• We're a "by Pacific, for Pacific" organisation that practices and celebrates Pacific cultures and values

• Employer KiwiSaver contribution at 4%

• Wellbeing activities

• Staff Wellbeing Committee that ensures staff voices lead to meaningful action

• EAP

• Inclusive work environment where diversity and lived experience are highly valued

• Pay is inline with Social Work Payspine

About us

Vaka Tautua is a national ‘by Pacific for Pacific’ service provider. Our vision is ‘Nofo a Kāinga’ - families caring for families. By embracing ‘Nofo a Kāinga’, we strengthen the foundation of love, respect and mutual support that uplifts every member of our community and enables our Pacific families to thrive for generations to come.

We deliver holistic care through a range of service offerings, including: disability support services; older peoples’ wellbeing services; mental health and addiction support services; social services and financial capability services.

How to apply

If you would like more information about this role or for a copy of the job description, please email: hr@vakatautua.co.nz.

Apply by submitting your CV and cover letter through the link below.

We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce and adhere to best practice equal employment opportunity principles.