Kaiawhina - Mental Health & Addictions Support
1 month ago
**Kaiawhina - Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker**
**Vacancy No**:TAR05640**
**Nau mai, haere mai ki Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki**
**Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community**
**Te Kaupapa - Mission**
Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.
**Taranaki - A place like no other**
Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. **Click here** to read more information about Taranaki.
For further information on our international recruitment and what we offer **Click here** and find out how to make a difference somewhere different.
**E pā ana ki a tatou - About us**
At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
- A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
- Access to clinical training and education
- Up to date facilities, Have a look at
- Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
- Professional development
**Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role**
This position is responsible for supporting the Assessment and Brief Care Team (ABC) when called out to a mental health crisis assessment in the community, the wider hospital, and at the police station. ABC deliver client focussed care and support for people living with mental health and/or addiction challenges within the Taranaki region.
This position involves collaborating with registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive support and uphold best practice in mental health care. The person will work under the direction and delegation of registered nurses within the ABC team.
The position aims to achieve the following:
- Support the assessment of Tāngata Whaiora/consumers experiencing psychological distress.
- Engaging with the whānau of people affected by mental health challenges to identify needs and supports required.
- Provide advocacy for Tāngata Whaiora/consumers and whānau.
- Provide culturally appropriate care that is sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of Tangata Whaiora/consumers.
- We are currently advertising 2 x 0.93FTE rostered Kaiawhina positions._
Please **click here** to view the job description
**Moū - About you**
Must have a current full NZ drivers’ license.
A relevant qualification in mental health support or a related health field (For example: Level 4 National Cert in Mental Health Support Work or working towards it)
Life or lived experience.
Experience in crisis intervention or support is desirable
Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
**Applications Close Sunday 27 October 2024**
**Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai**
By joining together, we will succeed
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