Social Worker - West Acute Comm Mental Health Teamat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitematā -

You will have the opportunity to work with a highly motivated team of professionals within the crisis team to support service users, and family/whanau.We are looking to recruit a Registered Social Worker with:Self-motivation and enthusiasmExperience working with clients within an acute community settingExcellent skills for communicating with service users, family/whanau, team members and other agenciesProven skills in mental health assessment, treatment and safety planningAn understanding of the social issues and social service systems and organisationsEffective community and networking skillsTo be considered for this position you will have a recognised social work degree, NZ registration and a current APC, and some experience in Mental Health.

This role is supported by a professional senior and a professional advisor.BenefitsWorking for a regional service in the country’s largest healthcare which provides more opportunities for professional development and career progression10 days’ sick leave and 4 weeks’ annual leaveCompetitive salary and paid professional registration as per collective agreementRegular supervision, training and professional developmentOur ValuesAt Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitematā we are driven by our values “everyone matters,” “with compassion,” “connected” and “better, best, brilliant.” We are committed to living up to these values to give you the right balance of autonomy, support, development, encouragement and aroha.Please click here for a copy of the position description.For further information regarding this position, please contact Kim Smith, Team Manager at 021 195 5139, and for recruitment enquiries please contact Abigail Sana Matic, Recruitment Consultant via emailTo be considered for this position please apply through our careers website at Health NZ Careers and quoting job number WDHB19082Closing date: 23 May 2025Position number: WDHB19082