Casual Mental Health Support Worker

4 days ago


Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Casual Mental Health Support Worker - MHAIDS at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley, Wellington Hospital

Contract: Casual - up to 40 hours per week

Salary: MECA Step 1-5 or $59,024 - $74,442

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we are building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

The Mental Health, Addictions and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS) has vacancies in our Casual Pool for Mental Health Support Workers mainly based in inpatient units and community settings. The role is part of the MHAIDS Operations Centre, which covers the Wellington, Kapiti, Porirua and Hutt Valley areas.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Are you looking for variety in your work life and up for a new challenge? We have vacancies available in our MHAIDS Casual Pool across our services with the opportunity to work flexible hours that best suit your lifestyle, while developing your skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. You will enjoy working in different services and receive full orientation and training.

About you

  1. Have a Level 4 National Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions Support Work (or equivalent qualification)
  2. Have experience working within the area of mental health, preferably in an inpatient setting
  3. Hold a current work visa or have the legal right to work in New Zealand
  4. Demonstrate an ability to work with a team with a multi-disciplinary approach
  5. Full and clean Drivers Licence
  6. Consent to a Police Vetting Check under the Vulnerable Children's Act 2014

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the weaving of wellness. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply

To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Wendy.Shardlow@mhaids.health.nz.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.

Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley

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