Kowhai

Waikato based

Are you a Qualified social worker?
Do you want to make a difference with a diverse, fun, professional team supporting you?
Have you just completed a social worker degree looking for a new adventure?


Kōwhai provides opportunities for individuals and whānau to access and participate in education, achieve better health and social outcomes, and develop aspirations that positively impact their lifestyle and whānau.

We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join our team at Kowhai consulting services located in Hamilton. This is a challenging but rewarding position. In this position, you will have the chance to play a key role in the development of Kowhai consulting services and contribute to a dynamic team delivering Family Start in the wider Waikato region.

The role is based in Hamilton however we offer flexible work arrangements to the right candidate. This is a full-time position and we expect the role to be 37.5hrs per week (negotiable).

As a social worker, you will have a strong foundation in social work principles and be committed to providing comprehensive and effective assessments and interventions. As a member of the Family Start Waikato team, you will adopt a child-centered, family-focused, strengths-based approach, empowering families to make informed lifestyle choices that ensure their children have the best possible start in life.

We welcome recent graduates to apply for this position, as we are committed to supporting the professional development of our team members.

The successful applicant will have:

An understanding of bi-cultural and multi-cultural environments, able to deliver culturally competent services.

Strong administration and documentation skills are preferable

Experience working with issues of family harm, and protection of children

Excellent communication and well-developed interpersonal skills

Experience working collaboratively in the community and with agencies across the social service sector

Fully Registered social worker, or working towards it with Provisional Registration

Huge thank you to Juanita and Rainer Kowhai Consulting for an amazing night out Friday to enjoy SkyCity Hamilton’s Circus Event. Some of Family Start and Moko Club Huntly all dressed up ready to party 🎊

The Ngaruawahia Community House will close it's doors to the public on Wednesday, 21st December at 12pm.

We will re-open on Monday, 9th January 2023 as per normal hours.

For Ngaruawahia Post Shop hours over the Christmas period head to the Ngaruawahia Post Shop 📬

If you would like For Frock Sake Shop hours over the Christmas period , head to For Frock Sake 🧵🪡

If you have any queries, please contact us on 07 824 8340 or email [email protected] 🎅🎅

https://www.1news.co.nz/2022/12/01/amount-low-income-kiwis-can-claim-for-dental-treatment-increases/?fbclid=IwAR1gjb3iOpZyJjr1LaEdedYpv0cNyxwmBo-3e7UOamTAR-oCAMO4p45IazA

Amount low-income Kiwis can claim for dental treatment increases Health Minister Andrew Little said the initiative will help more Kiwis treat minor dental issues before they become bigger problems.

Kia ora,

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