Social Worker (Child Development Services)

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to the people of New Zealand. Grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we are committed to creating a health system that meets the needs of all New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and we actively encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are looking for a Social Worker to join our team at the Marlborough Health Hub, specifically within the Child Development Services in Wairau. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, where you will conduct bio-psychosocial assessments and provide interventions to support children and their families facing complex challenges. This is a permanent part-time role, requiring 32 hours per fortnight (0.4 FTE), with a work schedule from Monday to Friday. There is no on-call obligation associated with this position. About the Team/Service/Location The Child Development Service is a multidisciplinary team dedicated to working with Tamariki aged 0-15 years who have disabilities. In this role, you will provide essential support to families as they navigate the health and disability sectors. Our team is situated within the Community Health Hub, alongside various other community health services. For more information on living and working in Blenheim, please refer to our resources. About You As a Social Worker, you will: - Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on client-centred practice from a strengths-based perspective. - Ideally possess experience working with Tamariki in health and disability settings. - Demonstrate a deep understanding of the social determinants of health and their impact on health and social needs across all age groups. - Exhibit outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, combined with a high level of energy. - Bring an innovative, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to all situations, including problem-solving tasks. - Hold registration with the New Zealand Social Workers Registration Board. Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand or possess a valid New Zealand visa at the time of application. Benefits Working at Health New Zealand offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in your community. We provide a supportive and collaborative environment, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. How to Apply To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by January 30, 2026. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Sonja Rae in Recruitment at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz, or contact Carol Merrilees, Team Leader of Child Development Services, at carol.merrilees@nmdhb.govt.nz or 027 246 0481. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement. As Health New Zealand undergoes changes, affected employees will be given preference for this position. Job reference: R1N25-275