Social Worker - Part Time - Canterbury
Part Time - Canterbury (20 Hours)
“Supporting Families, Caring for Children”
The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response and has a vision that every child and young person has the opportunity to grow up in a secure, loving family and receive a depth of care which will bless them throughout their lives.
We are looking for a part-time (20 hours) Social Worker to join our Canterbury Service Centre, who shares our vision and is able to work closely with tamariki, rangatahi, whanau and the community in a strengths-based and culturally appropriate way that promotes family well-being/whanau mauri ora.
The successful person will have the following:- A Social Work Qualification.
- Registration with the SWRB or be eligible for registration.
- Good knowledge of The Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and its Family Court processes.
- An in-depth understanding of how the role recognises the special relationship between Maori and Tauiwi and strong empathy with the organisation’s special character.
- A passion for: -
- Care and protection social work and trauma informed practice.
- Supporting Caregivers of tamariki and rangatahi.
- A full New Zealand driver's license is essential.
- An alignment with the Open Home Foundation’s Christian Kaupapa.
- Applicant preferably must reside in Rotorua.
The fulltime salary for this position is between $68,038 to $102,000 p.a. ~ Kindly note the salary is based on experience. Hours for this position are negotiable.
If you would like more information on the role, please:Contact: vacancies@ohf.org.nz
Applications close: 12 February 2026 (Applicants may be interviewed and appointed prior to the closing date)