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227 open roles, 53 posted this week, most paying $84k to $115k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Supporting social workers · Transporting tamariki and rangatahi · Conducting supervised visitations
Clean, current full driver's licence
IHC New Zealand
Supporting daily routines · Building independence skills · Connecting with community
Full NZ driver's licence; legal right to work in New Zealand
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Supervising social workers · Managing team workflow · Partnering with iwi
Full, clean, valid driver's licence; full SWRB registration; social worker qualification recognised by SWRB; previous people management and/or mentoring experience; knowledge of Oranga Tamariki Act 1989; knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture
Ministry of Justice - New Zealand
Engaging community partners · Building community relationships · Facilitating access to justice
Experience working with community groups and a wide range of socio-economic family situations; full driver's licence
IHC New Zealand
Supporting daily living · Encouraging independence · Promoting community participation
Based locally in Blenheim; availability for varied shifts including sleepovers and one weekend per fortnight; computer and tablet proficiency; Full NZ driver's license; legal right to work in New Zealand
IHC New Zealand
Supporting independent living · Preparing meals · Providing personal care
Availability for flexible, weekend and sleepover shifts; proficiency using computers and tablets daily; strong written and verbal communication; physical fitness; full NZ driver's license; legal right to work in New Zealand
IHC New Zealand
Providing overnight support · Managing risks · Following care plans
Previous experience in health, disability, community or support services working with people with diverse needs; full NZ driver's licence; legal right to work in New Zealand
Community Care Trust
Supporting people at home · Building new skills · Strengthening community connections
3+ yrsLevel 4 Health & Wellbeing certificate or accepted equivalent, or 3 years’ relevant support-worker experience; First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete; NZ driver licence or ability to obtain; legally eligible to work in NZ
Community Care Trust
Supporting people at home · Encouraging community participation · Building new skills
3+ yrsLevel 4 New Zealand Health & Wellbeing certificate or accepted equivalent, or 3 years' relevant support worker experience; First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete one; full current NZ Driver Licence or ability to obtain one; legally eligible to work in New Zealand
Community Care Trust
Supporting people at home · Building new skills · Connecting with community
3+ yrsLevel 4 New Zealand Health & Wellbeing certificate or accepted equivalent; 3 years relevant support-worker experience; current First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete one; full current NZ Driver License or ability to obtain one; legally eligible to work in New Zealand
Workwise · 1001-5000 employees
A mental health and addiction service empowering individuals to live full lives in their communities.
Supporting employment · Building relationships · Connecting with employers
Full NZ driver licence; experience in social service, addiction, youth, mental health, disability, employment or similar sectors; strong relationship-building and communication skills; cultural competence with Pacific communities.
IHC New Zealand
Supporting emotional regulation · Building daily living skills · Supporting personal goals
Full NZ driver's license; availability to work mornings, evenings, sleepovers and weekends; legal right to work in New Zealand
Meeting referred clients · Connecting with employers · Supporting jobseekers
Current full NZ driver’s licence; reliable vehicle
APM Group · 5001+ employees
A values-led, customer-obsessed team delivering best-in-class health and rehabilitation services.
Meeting clients · Connecting with employers · Supporting jobseekers
Current full NZ driver's licence and reliable vehicle; experience in customer service, recruitment, sales, social services or relevant field; self-driven and resilient; targeted CV and cover letter required.
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Completing safety assessments · Leading hui · Designing tailored plans
Full SWRB registration or eligibility to register in the near future; recognised social work qualification; full, clean New Zealand driver's licence
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Supporting whānau wellbeing · Working alongside whānau · Finding appropriate solutions
SWRB registration and current Annual Practising Certificate; social work qualification recognised by the SWRB; full, clean, current driver's licence
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Supporting tamariki and whānau · Assessing safety concerns · Coordinating practical support
Fully registered social worker; current practising certificate; experience working alongside tamariki and whānau in complex environments
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Coaching rangatahi · Participating in activities · Supporting rangatahi with studies
Appropriate physical health and fitness; valid right to work in New Zealand; full, clean New Zealand driver's licence; meet Children's Act safety checking and police vetting requirements
Community Care Trust Aotearoa · 201-1000 employees
A values-driven organisation working alongside disabled people, tamariki and rangatahi to enable great lives.
Leading support workers · Developing rosters · Managing operations
Full NZ driver licence, legal right to work in New Zealand, willingness to participate in on-call roster, leadership experience in youth or social services, and police/Oranga Tamariki vetting.
Spectrum Care
Supporting people pursuing aspirations · Developing employment skills · Connecting people with communities
3+ yrsFull NZ driver licence; excellent, clear verbal and written English; non-residents: 3+ years' care workforce experience or relevant NZQCF Level 4 qualification (skill level 3) / diploma (skill level 2)
Community Connections
Supporting everyday living · Promoting choice and independence · Building trusting relationships
Male applicants; full New Zealand Driver’s Licence; legal right to work in New Zealand; willing to undergo Police and Oranga Tamariki vetting; weekday, weekend and overnight availability
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
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 working with whānau, and ability to work legally in New Zealand.
Barnardos Aotearoa
Delivering therapeutic interventions · Assessing attachment relationships · Coaching caregivers
3+ yrsRecognised social services qualification; professional registration; DDP Level 1 training; current full New Zealand driver's licence; at least 3 years' experience delivering DDP-informed therapeutic interventions
Leading programme staff · Coordinating daily activities · Supporting children with personal cares
Experience working with children; full New Zealand Driver Licence; eligible to work in New Zealand
Supervising children · Facilitating meaningful activities · Supporting personal cares
Eligible to work in New Zealand; available for the entirety of the school holiday period
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Assessing rangatahi needs · Developing intervention plans · Coordinating support services
Recognised Social Work qualification; Full Social Work Registration or eligibility to hold it; current Annual Practising Certificate; child protection social work practice experience; full, clean New Zealand driver's licence
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Transporting tamariki and rangatahi · Conducting supervised visits · Assisting social workers with administration
Clean, current full driver's licence
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Assessing needs · Planning interventions · Partnering with agencies
Experienced social worker; SWRB registration or eligibility to register; social work qualification recognised by SWRB; full, clean, current driver's licence
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees
A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.
Supporting rangatahi daily · Coaching rangatahi through routines · Teaching life skills
Children’s Act safety checking and vetting; full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence; right to work in New Zealand
IHC New Zealand
Supporting daily living · Encouraging independence and choice · Promoting community participation
Based locally in Gore; availability for morning, evening, sleepover and alternate weekend shifts; computer and tablet proficiency; physical fitness for hands-on support; full NZ driver's licence; legal right to work in New Zealand
There are 227 roles open for social services jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 53 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.
Of these, 146 full time, 30 part time and 1 hybrid or remote.
Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $84k to $115k a year.
Most are in Auckland (60), Wellington (28) and Canterbury (24).
1 ad says the employer will support a visa.
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There are 227 roles open for social services jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 53 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.
Where the ad shows a salary, most social services jobs in New Zealand pay $84k to $115k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.
Right now, most are in Auckland (60), Wellington (28) and Canterbury (24). Open a region to see its social services jobs.
Keep it to two pages, lead with the experience these ads ask for, and use their own words for your skills. Our Caregiver CV example shows a whole CV for this work, with the keywords employers look for.
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