Social Worker

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and whānau.

Family Success Matters (FSM) is looking for Social Workers to join our Family Start team.

FSM is a home-visiting service that works alongside whānau during the early years of a child’s life. Our team supports whānau to build safer, healthier and more nurturing home environments, strengthen parenting, and achieve positive outcomes for tamariki.

If you are passionate about working alongside families, building trusted relationships, and making a difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.

What you’ll need

• A Level 7 Social Work qualification

• Social Work registration or be working towards registration

• A full New Zealand driver license

• Ability to meet the requirements of the Vulnerable Children’s Act

• A genuine commitment to working alongside whānau and supporting the wellbeing of tamariki

You’ll also bring

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Good organisation and time-management skills

• Confidence working with people from diverse cultural and community backgrounds

• The ability to advocate for whānau and connect them with appropriate services and support

• A practical, strengths-based and whānau-centred approach

• The ability to work independently while being part of a supportive team

New graduates are encouraged to apply. We value a willingness to learn, grow and develop your practice.

Why join Family Success Matters?

Since 2005, Family Success Matters has delivered Family Start services across South Auckland and Franklin.

When you join our team, you’ll be part of an organization that values:

• Whānau-centred practice

• Cultural diversity and inclusion

• Supportive teamwork

• Professional development and learning

• Making a lasting difference in the lives of tamariki and whānau

If you’re looking for a role where your work has a real purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Family Success Matters and help create positive futures for tamariki and whānau.

Apply now: For the full position description, visit: https://www.fsm.org.nz