Whānau Resilience Kaimahi

Te āheinga - The opportunity:

We are seeking a passionate Whānau Resilience Kaimahi to join our team. This role is part of the E Tū Whānau Violence Prevention initiative, working alongside whānau to support long-term healing and recovery from trauma, violence, and dysfunction. You will deliver services that strengthen whānau, build protective factors, and create safe, nurturing environments for future generations.

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Ngā Kawenga me ngā Mahi – Duties & responsibilities:

• Work directly with whānau to support long-term healing and recovery from trauma, violence, and dysfunction. This includes individual sessions and group programme delivery.

• Implement the Whakatipu model of care, including stages such as intake, assessment, planning, goal setting, review, and discharge.

• Complete Whakatipu and Te Herema assessments, develop Path Plans, and regularly review and update goals with whānau.

• Maintain accurate and timely data entry in Ara Whānui and other client management systems.

• Work alongside other Kaimahi within the Eastern Bay Iwi Provider Alliance to ensure integrated and culturally grounded service delivery.

• Participate in events, wānanga, and initiatives that strengthen whānau resilience and promote wellbeing.

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Ngā wheako me ngā pūkenga - Experience & Skills required:

• A registered social worker, or currently studying towards a qualification in social work, counselling, or a related field, or motivated to begin a social work career pathway after working as a support worker or similar.

• Understanding of tikanga Māori and experience engaging with whānau, hapū, and iwi.

• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and maintain positive relationships.

• Ability to manage challenges and maintain a positive approach in complex situations.

• Clear, concise, and empathetic communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to see the big picture, anticipate needs, and make informed decisions.

• Competent in Microsoft Office 365 and client database systems for accurate reporting and record management.

• Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

• A Clean Full NZ driver’s license.

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If your skills and experience match this role, please APPLY NOW! Submit your expression of interest to peopleandculture@whakatohea.co.nz requesting the job description.

Check us out at: https://www.whakatohea.co.nz

We will contact shortlisted candidates in the New Year of 2026 once our team return to work.