Social Worker - OPH&R - winter flex
Fixed Term 0.8FTE position, 1st May 2026 - 30 September 2026
- Hours of work are 32 hours between Monday to Friday
- Based at Burwood Hospital
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
Social Work Services at Burwood Hospital are looking for Social Worker to join our team to support increase bed numbers over the Winter period. This will be a dynamic role working across multiple Older Persons Health wards.
Our Social Work team is part of a collaborative health system, where everyone works together to achieve positive health outcomes for patients, their families/whanau and communities. We have a strong commitment to empowering and enabling people within their social context and believe in client self-determination and autonomy.We value respect and integrity and endeavour to provide a high quality and accountable service.
This role provides Social Work Services to designated areas of work within Older Persons Health and Rehabilitation in both our outpatient and inpatient settings.- Engage with patients and their whanau to complete biopsychosocial assessments and develop tailored care plans
- Provide emotional, practical, and informational support, advocating for patients and linking them to essential services
- Respond to health and disability needs that impact on the wellbeing of the individual and their family/whanau
- Communicate effectively with patients, whanau, and multidisciplinary teams to enable collaborative decision-making
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records using digital systems
About You
We are seeking a compassionate Social Worker with a strong interest in Older Persons Health and Rehabilitation. To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Full or Provisional SWRB registration and a current Annual Practicing Certificate
- Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
- Strong digital skills
- The ability to work under pressure, manage stress, and respond effectively in crisis situations.
- Exceptional relationship-building and advocacy skills, with a commitment to supporting vulnerable patients and whanau.
- Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori and a commitment to continuing your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 1st April. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz