Social Worker – Rotorua

Social Worker
Full Time – Rotorua
“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 expanding our team and looking for a Social Worker to join our Rotorua team, 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.

After hours duty is essential as part of this role, once the Social Worker feels comfortable in the role.

The successful person will have the following:
*A Social Work qualification (minimum 3 years’ experience)
*Registration with the SWRB or be eligible for registration
*Knowledge and experience in Care and Protection Social Work
*Good knowledge of The Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and its Family Court processes
*An in-depth understanding of how the role recognizes the special relationship between Maori and
Tauiwi and strong empathy with the organization’s special character.
*A minimum of two years’ experience and a passion for: –
-Care and protection social work and trauma informed practice.
-Supporting Caregivers of tamariki and rangatahi.
A full NZ driver licence is essential.
*An alignment with the Open Home Foundation’s Christian Kaupapa.
NZ Child protection experience preferred.

The fulltime salary for this position is between $68,038 to $102,000 p.a. ~ Kindly note the salary is based on experience.

If you would like more information on the role, please:
Contact: vacancies@ohf.org.nz

Applications close: 24th October 2026