Job Description
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Champion equity for tangata whaikaha Maori and older persons.
Lead Matauranga Maori practice in a values-driven team.
Support reintegration with trauma-informed social work.
Mo te tunga | About the role
As a Social Worker specialising in Disability and Older Persons, your responsibility is to provide outstanding care and support to older individuals and tangata whaikaha Maori/disabled people, along with their whanau, within a social model of practice.
You will serve communities across the Auckland and Waikato regions. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, giving you the option to work from home while also spending time on-site at Spring Hill Corrections Facility, Auckland Region Women's Corrections Facility, and Mt Eden Corrections Facility. We will also provide quarterly paid travel to our National Office in Wellington, ensuring you stay connected with your kaimahi and the wider Pae Ora team. We'll work with you to create a schedule that supports your wellbeing and meets operational needs.
Your duties encompass collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, conducting assessments, delivering interventions and evaluations, and making appropriate referrals to other agencies. Your engagement will extend to tangata whaikaha Maori/disabled people, older persons, their whanau, and key agencies to access support and specialist services during their time in prison and upon reintegrating into the community. You will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and evaluating Matauranga Maori practices aligned with Hokai Rangi and progressing our Disability Action Plan 2026 - 2027 | Department of Corrections.
Mou | About you
In this role, we are seeking applicants who can demonstrate a strong alignment with our kaupapa and organisational values. As you compose your cover letter, highlight how you meet the following lead requirements:
You will need a Social Work qualification recognised by the Social Workers Registration Board NZ, with a preference for candidates holding a post-graduate degree in mental health.
It's crucial that you possess an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and can effectively navigate a Maori cultural setting. Your experience in utilising trauma-informed practice models and working with at-risk patients will be instrumental in this position.
Your role will require the ability to make sound professional judgments tailored to individual circumstances. Building effective working relationships with a diverse range of people to achieve work goals is a key aspect of success in this role.
We value qualities such as flexibility, adaptability to diverse situations, and a positive approach to handling challenges. Additionally, you should demonstrate the ability to balance work and personal life while effectively managing workload and personal development.
Nga painga | The benefits
The full salary range is $82,886 - $102,194. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Mo matou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now
Applications Close 11pm Sunday, 11 January 2026.
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa values diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce which reflects the public we serve. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all applicants. If you require any accommodations, please inform us so we can make the necessary arrangements for you.
If you are likely to require reasonable accommodations during your employment with us, please feel free to let us know that as well!
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
If you want to find out more about a career with us visit our careers page or email our team at careers@corrections.govt.nz.
Champion equity for tangata whaikaha Maori and older persons.
Lead Matauranga Maori practice in a values-driven team.
Support reintegration with trauma-informed social work.
Mo te tunga | About the role
As a Social Worker specialising in Disability and Older Persons, your responsibility is to provide outstanding care and support to older individuals and tangata whaikaha Maori/disabled people, along with their whanau, within a social model of practice.
You will serve communities across the Auckland and Waikato regions. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, giving you the option to work from home while also spending time on-site at Spring Hill Corrections Facility, Auckland Region Women's Corrections Facility, and Mt Eden Corrections Facility. We will also provide quarterly paid travel to our National Office in Wellington, ensuring you stay connected with your kaimahi and the wider Pae Ora team. We'll work with you to create a schedule that supports your wellbeing and meets operational needs.
Your duties encompass collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, conducting assessments, delivering interventions and evaluations, and making appropriate referrals to other agencies. Your engagement will extend to tangata whaikaha Maori/disabled people, older persons, their whanau, and key agencies to access support and specialist services during their time in prison and upon reintegrating into the community. You will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and evaluating Matauranga Maori practices aligned with Hokai Rangi and progressing our Disability Action Plan 2026 - 2027 | Department of Corrections.
Mou | About you
In this role, we are seeking applicants who can demonstrate a strong alignment with our kaupapa and organisational values. As you compose your cover letter, highlight how you meet the following lead requirements:
You will need a Social Work qualification recognised by the Social Workers Registration Board NZ, with a preference for candidates holding a post-graduate degree in mental health.
It's crucial that you possess an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and can effectively navigate a Maori cultural setting. Your experience in utilising trauma-informed practice models and working with at-risk patients will be instrumental in this position.
Your role will require the ability to make sound professional judgments tailored to individual circumstances. Building effective working relationships with a diverse range of people to achieve work goals is a key aspect of success in this role.
We value qualities such as flexibility, adaptability to diverse situations, and a positive approach to handling challenges. Additionally, you should demonstrate the ability to balance work and personal life while effectively managing workload and personal development.
Nga painga | The benefits
The full salary range is $82,886 - $102,194. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Mo matou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now
Applications Close 11pm Sunday, 11 January 2026.
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa values diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce which reflects the public we serve. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all applicants. If you require any accommodations, please inform us so we can make the necessary arrangements for you.
If you are likely to require reasonable accommodations during your employment with us, please feel free to let us know that as well!
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
If you want to find out more about a career with us visit our careers page or email our team at careers@corrections.govt.nz.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Social Worker Disability & Older Persons - Auckland & Waikato position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Hamilton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
