Registered Social Workers x 2

Ko Te Whānau Te Rito | Family is Central

Waiariki Whānau Mentoring Services is a Māori-owned and operated hauora with a charitable purpose and a recognised clinical registration in social work.

We are proudly embedded within the communities we serve and are known as "circuit breakers" for whānau facing complex challenges. Our approach extends beyond traditional service models, working alongside whānau in ways that are practical, culturally grounded, and person-centred.

Operating across the Waiariki and Waikato regions, we provide mentoring, brokering, and advocacy services that support positive and lasting change for whānau who may be experiencing disadvantage, isolation, or barriers to wellbeing.

Our kaupapa creates a safe, inclusive, and non-judgemental space where whānau can share their experiences openly. We empower individuals to reconnect with their strengths, discover their potential, and begin a journey of healing, growth, and transformational change.

About the role

As a Registered Social Worker, you will be based in Whakatane and will be extending your support to whanau within and across Waiariki Whanau Mentoring locations. You will utilise your skills along with your experience to motivate whanau in their journey to independence. Primarily, this role involves being whanau focused, facilitating measurable and successful outcomes for individuals, whanau and our community.

Key responsibilities

• Provide practical mental health recovery support to whanau
• Facilitate measurable and successful outcomes for whanau
• Establish sound, trusting relationships with whanau
• Work collaboratively with peer support kaimahi in a wraparound approach to provide intensive whanau-wide supports
• Conduct sound cultural and clinical assessments and interventions

About you

• Current professional registration with relevant body such as NZAC, NZAP, ANZASW, DAPANZ or SWRB
• Outstanding communication skills and a responsive and respectful manner
• Ability to establish sound, trusting relationships with whanau
• Genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of people
• Ability to work collaboratively and with initiative
• Experience working independently assuming accountability and responsibility for your actions, making critical decisions in challenging and complex situations

About us

At Waiariki Whānau Mentoring, the heart of everything we do is a commitment to whānau, community, and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. Come and be part of the whānau that helps whānau.