Careers at Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou
We provide support for one of Aotearoa’s most vulnerable yet invisible populations – Children with parents in prison or serving a sentence.
Our team supports children and whānau through our core work of community-based (home-based) social work, as well mentoring support for our tamariki and rangatahi.
Our offices are in Tāmaki Makaurau (specifically South Auckland and Hikurangi) and Ōtautahi (specifically Upper Riccarton, Christchurch).
Please see our open positions below.
Join our team
Kaiwhatu Kura Whānau (Whānau Navigator)
This is a new and unique role supporting tamariki and whānau of defendants based in the Manukau criminal District Court, where a parent or primary caregiver may face imprisonment. You will offer early, trauma-informed and culturally grounded court navigation at a time when clear information, practical support and a calm presence can make a meaningful difference.
Applications will close on Monday, 16th November 2026 unless an appointment is made earlier.