Family Start Whānau Worker
Family Start Whānau Worker
(Permanent, Full Time)
This role is located in our Putaruru office and supports whanau across the South Waikato.
About Us:
Raukawa Charitable Trust has been a provider of quality community initiatives throughout the South Waikato since 1987. We are proud to deliver a wide range of iwi-led initiatives in health, social, treaty, cultural, and environmental sectors to the communities we serve.
- Passionate about making a difference in our local communities and in the lives of others?
- Looking for work-life balance or family-friendly hours with weekends free?
- Seeking a role with ongoing professional development pathways?
Come and work for Raukawa Charitable Trust and be the change you want to see!
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Family Start team for a caring, compassionate individual who is passionate about making a difference in our communities and in the lives of others. This is a full-time, permanent position, based out of our Putāruru tari.
The Role
Family Start is an integrated service with the Well Child Tamariki Ora team which focuses on improving tamariki growth and health, learning and relationships, family circumstances, environment and safety. Family Start is a home-based service which supports whanau on their parenting journey.
Local community knowledge, engagement and ability to foster relationships is a must in this role. You will also hold a Level 7 qualification in social work, nursing, early childhood education, or counselling.
We support all whānau who are struggling with trauma, challenges, or problems that put the health, education, and wellbeing of a tamariki at risk. Participation in the programme is voluntary. The ability to connect with a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences and bring a positive, strength-based approach will be key for success.
We support whānau in the Raukawa rohe, incorporating Tokoroa, Putāruru, Tīrau, Matamata, Cambridge, Mangakino, Te Awamutu, and surrounding areas.
About You:
- Experienced in a relevant role working with tamariki and their whānau and have a passion for whanau development.
- Hold a Level 7 Degree (social work, nursing, early childhood education, counselling).
- A strong team player who works well in a friendly, supportive team environment however also able to work independently, self-manage and take initiative
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- An understanding of the working environment when dealing with vulnerable tamariki and their whānau
- A commitment to work in culturally appropriate ways that reflect and build on the strengths of individuals, whānau, and hapū
In return, we offer:
- Pathways for personal and professional development
- Wellness packages supportive of work-life balance — no night shifts, no split shifts!
- Subsidised health insurance via Southern Cross
- Opportunity to work in a culturally rich, vibrant, fun, and friendly workplace environment
- Vehicle and equipment for service use
- Christmas holidays each year due to a Christmas close-down
Applicants must hold a valid and full Class 1 driver’s licence and be prepared to undergo reference checks and police vetting.
How to Apply:
For further information, contact our recruitment team on 07 885 0260. Please include a CV in chronological order and a cover letter with your application. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we will be interviewing strong candidates early in the New Year.
Raukawa Charitable Trust operates under a Smoke-free Environment policy. For more information about the Raukawa Charitable Trust, visit www.raukawa.org.nz.
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