Social Worker

2 months ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

32 hour per week fixed term position (0.8 FTE) through to 20 December 2024
Current APC and NZ Registration is required
Travel within Waitaha and Te Tai o Pouitini is required

Mo te tunga About the Role
Our Cancer Psychological & Social Support Service team provides support to patients who are under suspicion of, or in treatment for recently diagnosed cancer (or recurrence thereof), and who carry their unfair share of difficulties that could jeopardise their treatment or their or their family / whanau's adjustment to the illness.
Ko wai koe About You
You'll be joining an experienced and dedicated team of three other social workers, three psychologists and a regional leader based near Christchurch hospital.
Ideally, you'll have experience in a hospital / health setting with cancer patients, but this is not essential, however 3 + years of post graduate experience is.
Working with patients facing serious illness is a demanding but rewarding role and we hope to attract those who have a real passion for working in the area and who are motivated to help us develop a quality service.
Your core accountabilities will include:

Assessment of needs (situational, socio-emotional and cultural) and delivery of requisite support.
Liaison with all appropriate parties internally and externally.
Record keeping and communication to ensure both continuity of care and management of risk where relevant.

This role is a fixed term position 32 hours a week.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako Skills and Experience

To be registered by the NZSWRB and hold a current practising certificate.
The appointee will be an experienced practitioner, practicing ideally at step 6 or greater, on PSA MECA or equivalent.
Have completed a recognised B' level qualification in Social Work.
Provide evidence of tertiary, and previous social work experience.
Be available to travel as per CPSSS Service requirements; a full NZ driver's license is essential.
Work as part of the duty system and provide cover where and when the work demands within the Cancer Psychological and Social Support Service.
Be personally grounded with a calm professional disposition.
Provide evidence of a clear MRSA test and doctor's report.
Show a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Mo matou About Us
Ko nga tangata, te matua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do
When you work with Te whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury and Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, you're part of something very special.
We plan, fund and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury & West Coast region. Our primary goal is to put people at the heart of everything we do.
We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Maori are at the forefront of all our conversations.
Nga hua Benefits of working at Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
When you work at the Te Whatu Ora, you are part of a wider whanau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff.
We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants and business.
Tono inaianei Apply Now
Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
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