Social Worker

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our South Community Mental Health Team at Hillmorton Hospital Campus.

In this role, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality care and services to our clients and their families/whanau.

Responsibilities:

Assess and develop recovery plans for individuals with mental health needs

Provide support and guidance to clients and their families/whanau

Work in collaboration with other professionals to ensure holistic care

Develop effective rapport with people who may be mentally unwell or distressed

Hold a caseload of clients and proactively engage with them to support their treatment and well-being

Requirements:

Current NZ Registration and APC in your profession

Full NZ Drivers Licence

Experience working within Adult Specialist Mental Health Services (desirable)

Ability to apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi to your practice

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Working for Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora means being part of a team that is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Opportunities for professional development are provided and encouraged to continue to build the expertise and resourcefulness of our team.