Registered Social Worker, Whakamaru
Empower, transform, and bring fullness of life
About Us
Wellington City Mission has been a cornerstone of support in the region for over 100 years, walking alongside people as they navigate hardship, recovery, and renewal. Based at Whakamaru, our newly developed, purpose-built community hub in the heart of the city, we offer a unique and collaborative environment where innovation meets deep-rooted care.
Our mission: “People and communities empowered, transformed, experiencing fullness of life.”
Our values: Aroha – Tūmanako – Manaakitanga – Whānaungatanga
About the role
We are seeking an experienced registered social worker with solid experience of working alongside whanau and individuals with the clinical acumen to support people with complex needs. This role is focused on supporting individuals and whanau with complex mental health and addictions needs using creative and client-centred approaches that are led by trauma informed considerations. This is not a desk job – it’s a dynamic, client-led, community-based role where no two days are the same. You’ll use your skills to:
- Provide high quality case management services tailored to client goals and needs
- Deliver brief and crisis interventions in both planned and responsive situations
- Apply creative and flexible strategies to address diverse and evolving client challenges
- Maintain detailed client records and contribute to the continuous improvement of our mental health services
- Advocate for clients and liaise with external healthcare providers as needed
- Participate in regular clinical supervision and professional development activities
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- A registered social worker with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience
- Proven experience working with individuals and whanau experiencing complex mental health and substance use issues
- Strong knowledge of harm reduction approaches and ability to tailor plans to individual needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with manuhiri from diverse backgrounds
- A compassionate and client-centred approach, with a commitment to promoting client empowerment and recovery
- Familiarity with the social services sector and experience working with vulnerable populations
- Excellent communication, problem solving and collaboration skills
What we offer
At Wellington City Mission, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that values the wellbeing of our employees. We embrace a good team culture in a supportive environment. Alongside a consultative management style as we develop and shape our services.
How to apply
Position Description and Application Form can be found on our website – https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/about/working-here/
Please send your CV, Cover Letter and Application Form to Workwithus@wcm.org.nz with with Registered Social Worker in the subject line.
Applications close on Monday, 23rd March 2026.
Please note: We reserve the right to short list and interview candidates as they are submitted and may appoint to this position before the close date.