Care and Protection Social Workers, Waitemata, Counties Manukau and Northland

"You just never know what the day will bring. It's full on but at the end of the day you know you're making a real difference to kids' lives and you can't beat that."

We have Care and Protection Social Workers roles available in the Auckland and Northland areas. To be considered for these roles you will need to show us that you are truly passionate about children and young people and that you are up for a challenge. A social work qualification that is recognised by the social work registration board is required.

It's a great time to work for Child, Youth and Family. We are in the process of refurbishing all of our sites and have just launched a new way of working which means we can be more flexible in the way we respond to families.

What we can offer you:

• A dynamic workplace.
• A competitive salary (between $42,000 - $65,000).
• A dynamic, fascinating and rewarding career.
• Ongoing training and regular supervision.
• Colleagues who are committed to the highest standards of strengths-based social work.

Child, Youth and Family, a service of the Ministry of Social Development (MSD), recognises and has a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.

Please find attached the job description and application form for your completion.  Please forward your completed application form, along with an up to date curriculum vitae to:

Juliet Dodgson
Northern Region Administration Team
Child, Youth and Family
PO Box 33-049
Takapuna
North Shore City 0740
Ph:                   09 985 4714

Applications close Friday 27 August 2010 - 5.00pm.
Thank you for your interest in this role.