Kaiawhina - Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker
3 weeks ago
Kaiawhina - Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker Nau mai, haere mai ki Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki
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.
6-month fixed term
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 Tangata Whaiora/consumers experiencing psychological distress.
Engaging with the whanau of people affected by mental health challenges to identify needs and supports required.
Provide culturally appropriate care that is sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of Tangata Whaiora/consumers.
Understand and apply the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in practice.
We are currently advertising up to two (2)x 0.93FTE rostered Kaiawhina positions.
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.
If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page. Refer to job description for further detail on what Education, Skills and Experience are required for the role.
Applications Close Sunday 27 October 2024
Job details Job Reference: TAR05640
Location: North Island - Taranaki - New Plymouth
Job type: Contract/Temp Full time
Expertise: Clinical - Community / Public Health - Clinical Support Workers
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