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🥝 Social Worker - New Plymouth

New Zealand Government | New Plymouth, New Zealand | Posted June 30, 2026

Job Description

Apply now for a rewarding full-time social work career (x1 permanent or x1 fixed term until Feb 2027)
Join our vibrant multi-cultural office in New Plymouth
We're offering a competitive salary starting from $81,206 to $97,557, depending on experience.

Mō te tūnga | The Role
This is not just a job - it's a calling.
You will stand for the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi, walking alongside whānau as they navigate uncertainty, transformation and growth. You will bring aroha, clarity and optimism while maintaining mana.
You will:
* Complete thorough safety and risk assessments
* Lead hui with care and confidence
* Design tailored, strengths-based, and culturally aligned plans
* Uplift the mana of whānau through every interaction
* Work in true partnership with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations, community groups and fellow government agencies to create enduring, meaningful Whakapapa.

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