Applications are invited for the above permanent, full time position from holders of a  Bachelor of Social Work qualification (Level 7 on the NZQA framework), or a Post Graduate qualification, with considerable experience in Care and Protection and Youth Justice.  Applicants without the Level 7 qualification, but with considerable current experience as a generic social worker, may also be considered.  Your application should address the job description and person specification.

Child, Youth and Family, a service line of the Ministry of Social Development (MSD), recognises and has a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.  In recognition of this commitment appointees may be required to undertake a period of secondment to an iwi social service or a cultural social service.

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:

Kui Auton
Canterbury Service Centre
Child, Youth and Family
PO Box 940
Christchurch
ph:                   03 961 6293
email to:         Kui.Auton001@cyf.govt.nz

Applications close Friday, 23 May 2008 - 5.00pm.
Thank you for your interest in this role.