Social services jobs in New Zealand.

Leading team · Managing service delivery · Building relationships

Proven leadership and service management experience across multiple locations; ability to build relationships with iwi, communities, courts and agencies; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi; full driver licence; regular regional travel.

Supporting recovery journeys · Building client relationships · Coordinating recovery plans

Experience supporting individuals through complex circumstances, strong communication and relationship-building skills, sound judgement, planning and organizational skills, cultural awareness, and New Zealand work rights.

Building partnerships · Identifying housing opportunities · Supporting clients

Strong knowledge of private rental market, tenant and landlord rights, promotional skills, relationship management, strategic thinking, and commitment to positive housing outcomes.

Providing peer support · Engaging students · Promoting wellbeing

Current student at Victoria University of Wellington; available for training 10-12 Feb 2027; work 3-6 hours/week; experience in peer support or people-focused roles; strong communication; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; NZ/AU citizen or resident or current working visa.

Building partnerships · Identifying housing opportunities · Supporting clients

Strong knowledge of private rental market, tenant and landlord rights, promotional skills, relationship management, strategic thinking, and commitment to housing outcomes.

Coordinating school supplies · Assessing eligibility · Maintaining records

Fixed-term coordinator role; requires warm communication, organization, knowledge of Canterbury social services or willingness to learn, understanding of social justice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, digital confidence, and NZ/AU citizenship, residency, or valid work visa.

Coordinating visits · Supervising visits · Maintaining case files

Social work qualification beneficial but not essential; strong administrative skills; experience working with children and families; flexible working hours; 10 hours per week.

Advising caregivers · Building relationships · Supporting permanency

Social Workers Registration Board recognised social work qualification; knowledge and experience in care and protection social work; knowledge of Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and Family Court processes; understanding of Māori and Tauiwi relationship.

Completing safety assessments · Leading hui · Designing care plans

Full SWRB registration or eligibility, recognized social work qualification, full clean New Zealand driver's licence, commitment to partnership with whānau, and strong communication and cultural competence.

Building relationships · Facilitating whānau planning · Providing advocacy

Experience in social work or related fields; knowledge of Te Reo me ōna Tikanga or commitment to learning; full clean driver's licence; proficient verbal, written, and digital literacy; must be NZ citizen or hold valid visa.

Completing safety assessments · Leading hui · Designing care plans

Full SWRB registration or eligibility, recognized social work qualification, full clean New Zealand driver's licence, commitment to working with whānau, and strong communication and cultural competence.

Recruiting volunteers · Training volunteers · Coordinating community support

Proven leadership experience, practical experience in sport/leisure and managing groups, volunteer recruitment and training, strong interpersonal and communication skills, planning and organizing, growth mindset.

Developing volunteer strategy · Coordinating volunteer recruitment · Coaching volunteer coordinators

3+ yrsBachelor's-level qualification in teaching, adult learning, social sciences or related field, or equivalent experience; 3+ years leadership experience; experience coordinating large groups, preferably volunteers; strong visitor engagement and customer service skills; physical fitness.

Engaging with community · Completing reports · Analyzing data

Social work or equivalent qualification; deep understanding of child protection and youth justice practice; facilitation and strong writing skills; ability to build connections; knowledge of tikanga Māori.

Managing complex claims · Coordinating rehabilitation services · Building client relationships

Previous case management or complex client experience, strong relationship and communication skills, sound decision-making, resilience, computer literacy, and New Zealand work rights required.

Supporting families · Caring for children · Working with community

3+ yrsSocial Work qualification with minimum 3 years' experience, SWRB registration or eligibility, knowledge of Oranga Tamariki Act 1989, full NZ driver's license, alignment with Christian Kaupapa, and after-hours duty essential.

Providing care · Supporting families · Ensuring safety

Certificate in Health and Wellbeing preferred; experience with young people and residential care; full clean driver's license; First Aid certified; availability for evenings, weekends, and overnight care; own transport.

Building rapport · Coordinating interventions · Managing risk

Demonstrated case management experience, multi-agency work, social sector background, strong communication and risk identification skills. Must obtain and maintain TOP SECRET national security clearance and have right to work in New Zealand.

Mentoring peer workers · Advocating for whānau · Strengthening peer support

Relevant lived experience of homelessness, addiction, or mental distress; Peer Support qualification (Level 4+) or equivalent experience; experience in peer support, homelessness, mental health, addictions, or community services.

Supporting young people · Building relationships · Coordinating services

Relevant qualification in social work, youth work, health, teaching or human services (Level 6+); experience with youth or vulnerable people; understanding of trauma and youth development; cultural competency in kaupapa Māori and te reo Māori.

Supporting youth leaders · Managing administration · Promoting training

Exceptional communication and organizational skills, aptitude for working with diverse groups, computer and internet access, minimum two hours per week, and occasional overnight camps.

Leading youth division · Mentoring leaders · Planning programs

Proven leadership skills, interest in working with young people, strong relationship-building, computer and internet access, minimum two hours per week, and occasional overnight camps.

Providing support · Conducting risk assessments · Coaching advisors

2+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology, social work, psychotherapy or related discipline, or 2+ years experience supporting individuals affected by family violence or sexual harm; working towards registration in Mental Health and Addictions; experience in supervision or coaching; ideally 6+ months telehealth experience.

Leading youth leaders · Supporting administration · Promoting training

Exceptional communication, organizational and planning skills; aptitude for working with diverse groups; computer and internet access; minimum two hours per week and occasional overnight camps.

Delivering assessments · Supporting whanau · Working in multidisciplinary team

Relevant experience and qualifications caring for Tamariki, Rangatahi and Whānau including WCTO, MHAOD, or Takiwātanga Neurodiversity; prior experience delivering Kaupapa Māori, strengths-based, and whānau-centered assessments.

Leading team · Coordinating activities · Supporting staff

Full-time team leader role; no specific qualifications stated; must apply via external link.

Leading team · Coaching staff · Building relationships

Level 4 or higher qualification in health, wellbeing, rehabilitation, return to work or relevant area (or willingness to train); leadership experience in mental health, disability, NGO or employment sectors; strong relationship, networking, and computer skills.

Supporting routines · Administering medication · Encouraging independence

No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided. Requires empathy, initiative, teamwork, willingness to learn, a New Zealand full driver's licence, and New Zealand work eligibility.

Building relationships · Creating plans · Connecting services

Requires a Whānau Ora or relevant social/community services qualification, experience with whānau and communities, tikanga Māori knowledge, strong communication and computer skills, crisis response ability, and a full clean New Zealand driver's licence.

Providing personal care · Supporting independence · Maintaining environments

Experience in disability, mental health, or life skills support; strong communication and teamwork; full New Zealand driver's licence, reliable transport, and roster flexibility. NZ Health and Wellbeing Certificate desirable.