Resource Worker - Family Homes Auckland

Make a difference for Tamariki and Rangatahi as a Resource Worker * Casual Family Home Support Workers (Resource Workers) * Auckland Region * Hourly rate $26.00 per hour (as and when required for short or block assignments) Are you driven to make a difference for tamariki and their whānau? At Oranga Tamariki we are dedicated to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do and say. Our Tamariki deserve to feel safe, have their voices heard and be surrounded by loving whānau. We are on a journey to ensure it happens. We are seeking several Casual Family Home Support Workers (Resource Workers) for the Auckland region to provide support services. You will play an important part in a very rewarding role. About the role | Mō te tūnga Ideal candidates for this role are driven to making a difference for our tamariki. This role can see you facing some difficult situations so it's important for us to have the right kaimahi with a calm demeanour and patience when faced with potentially traumatised or dysregulated tamariki. The mahi you do will vary depending on the needs at the time, but could include the following: * Supporting in our staff-run and caregiver-run family homes to care for tamariki when they are not living with their whānau. * Shifts can vary from day support hours right through to overnight shifts. We often have week-long shifts available, requiring support in the homes for a 7-day block. * Transport tamariki to and from school, appointments, activities, and respite. Confidence driving and familiarity with the Auckland region would be of benefit. * Weekend work will be required. What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu * Flexibility to work varying hours during the week and weekends, and to changing priorities. * People skills, patience, and an ability to see past what tamariki may be struggling with. * Experience with tamariki that may have complex needs. * Demonstrate discretion, tolerance and understanding to earn the trust of tamariki. * Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience, be able to prepare an accurate report or incident record. * Act as a positive role model, generating confidence and commitment of others through ones own ethical conduct. * The ability to work in New Zealand, hold a full clean current NZ driver's licence. * Ability to pass the background checks, which includes police and Oranga Tamariki vetting (The clean slate scheme does not apply to the police vetting for this role). * An understanding and appreciation of cultural issues and concerns Tikanga Maori & Pacific Island cultures. What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou We offer flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer training and professional development so that you can develop and grow. We welcome diversity and we work in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of Tamariki and Rangatahi. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply Applications close: Thursday 6 August 2026, please note we will be reviewing CVs as we go so get your applications in now! Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact: [email protected] If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.