Care and Protection Social Workers, Gore and Oamaru

Applications are invited for full time or part time permanent positions in these locations which offer a semi rural setting, perfect for family living.

Child Youth & Family.provide ongoing training and development opportunities, regular formal supervision and career progression.

We are looking for experienced social workers who share our passion to achieve positive change for the children, young people and their families. You will need a social work qualification that is recognised by the Social Work Registration Board.

We are looking for people who can demonstrate the following:
• Excellent knowledge of statutory Social Work
• The ability to turn ideas into reality using planning and considered action
• Ability to see the strengths in people and advance these to excellence in practice
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
• The ability to engage cross culturally and with diverse providers and community groups
• Excellent computer and organisational skills
• Hold a current full drivers licence

If you think you have what it takes, and are totally committed to doing what’s right for children and young people, and helping them to grow up safe and strong, then we’d love to hear from you.

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, quoting the CYF number, along with an up to date curriculum vitae to:

Pam Anstiss
Southern Region Administration Team
Child, Youth and Family
PO Box 5334
Christchurch
Ph: 03 963 2192 

Applications close Thursday, 12 August 2010 - 5.00pm.
Thank you for your interest in this role.