Job Description
Waikato (Kirikiriroa office) | Fixed term 1 year with possible extension. Negotiable hours.
Do you want mahi that truly matters—supporting mokopuna and caregivers at critical moments? Are you calm, practical and relational, with the flexibility to respond when whānau need support most?
Key Assets New Zealand is seeking a Whānau Support Worker to join our Emergency Care Programme in the Waikato.
About the role
This role provides hands‑on, practical support to mātua whāngai (caregivers) and mokopuna (young people accessing care) during emergency and short‑term foster placements, or with whānau caregivers. Working alongside social workers and the wider care team, you’ll help stabilise placements, support daily routines, and uphold the mana and wellbeing of mokopuna during times of transition.
- Support mātua whāngai in their homes with practical, day‑to‑day care
- Work directly with mokopuna to support routines, appointme...
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