Whānau Kaitiaki, Familly Start

About the Company Tēnā koe. We are Manaaki Ora Trust, a kaupapa Māori organization rooted in the aspirations of Te Arawa. Our mission is to ensure that Māori people are healthy, live well, and have access to the essential services and support they need. As a leading service provider, we utilize kaupapa Māori approaches to promote the well-being of all individuals. Additionally, we are proud to be a smokefree organization. About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced social worker to join our comprehensive Family Start home visiting service. This program focuses on enhancing child health, family health, and social and educational outcomes for children and families with higher needs. This is an excellent opportunity for you to leverage your clinical knowledge and insights to support the well-being of families throughout the Rotorua area as a member of this established and well-supported service. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will possess the following attributes: - A qualification in social work, ideally with registration or actively working towards it. - Demonstrated competencies in social work, with the ability to apply a range of evidence-based practices and assessment tools when working with children and their families. - Effective written and oral communication skills. - Knowledge and understanding of the determinants of health inequities and their impact on pēpī/tamariki and their families. - An understanding of whānau, hapū, iwi, and the implications of Te Tiriti o Waitangi for Māori health and well-being. Benefits We offer a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development. We value the contributions of our team members and are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. Applications for this position close on Friday, 13th June 2025. Please note that interviews may commence prior to the closing date. We look forward to your application and the possibility of you joining our dedicated team.