Social services jobs in New Zealand.

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.

Preparing bail proposals · Developing support plans · Assessing information

Requires a current full New Zealand driver's licence, experience writing quality reports, strong analytical and decision-making skills, attention to detail, computer proficiency, and ability to work with diverse communities.

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.

Providing peer support · Preparing beverages · Serving customers

Lived experience of mental health challenges and recovery; ability to use lived experience professionally; willingness to learn barista skills; Microsoft Office and data management; health and safety compliance; safety check under Vulnerable Children Act.

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.

Conducting 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.

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.

Leading support workers · Developing rosters · Supporting young people

Leadership or senior support experience in youth, disability, mental health, or social services; trauma-informed and person-centred practice knowledge; NZ driver's licence; legal NZ work rights; police and Oranga Tamariki vetting.

Supporting recovery · Building relationships · Promoting wellbeing

Lived or living mental health or addiction experience, recognized peer support training, Level 4 Health and Wellbeing Certificate or commitment to training, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.