Social Worker Youth Justice

Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki
Full-time palmerston north, manawatū- hanganui HR Services
Posted:
June 17, 2026
Location:
palmerston north, manawatū- hanganui, New-Zealand

Job Description


  • Remuneration starting from $81,206- $97,557 based on experience


We have an exciting opportunity for a Youth Justice Social Worker to join the team. This position will have the ability to work in the prevention and statutory youth justice space and the applicant should have demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other organisations.


Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.


Mō te tūnga| About therole


Youth Justice is a pathway for tamariki and rangatahi who have, or are alleged to have, committed an offence. It gives them a genuine opportunity to change their lives for the better without getting a criminal record and to make positive strides forward.


In this role as a Youth Justice Soc...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: palmerston north, New-Zealand
Posted: June 17, 2026
Deadline: July 27, 2026