Core Social Work, Acute Allied Health

1 week ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

**Full time, fixed term until July 2026**
**Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines**

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.

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of tamariki and whaanau. Join a team where your voice matters and your skills make a real difference.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Core Social Worker to join our dynamic multidisciplinary Acute Allied Health team based at Middlemore Hospital. This vital role is centred around providing high-quality, culturally responsive care for individuals and families experiencing family violence and requiring child protection interventions.

Working across hospital and community settings, you’ll support tamariki and whaanau using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach. You’ll collaborate closely with health professionals, statutory agencies, and community partners to ensure integrated and effective care that improves outcomes and supports healing.

This role will primarily be based in our maternity wards, however is based in a team that covers Surgical, Women’s Health, Paediatrics and Emergency Care and an after hours service, so there may be opportunity to work across areas from time to time as applicable.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Manage a clinical caseload focused on family violence and child protection
- Work collaboratively with patients, whaanau, and the interdisciplinary team to assess needs and deliver targeted interventions
- Undertake risk assessments and safety planning in line with legal and professional standards
- Contribute to multi-agency responses, including Oranga Tamariki and the Police
- Provide clinical leadership and education within your area of expertise
- Support discharge planning and referrals to external services
- Maintain accurate documentation and participate in ongoing data and quality improvement initiatives

**About You**
- NZ Registered Social Worker with a current Annual Practising Certificate (SWRB)
- Proven experience in child protection, family violence, or related social work areas
- Ability to work effectively in high-stress, emotionally complex situations
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity in health outcomes
- Skilled in engaging with diverse communities and delivering culturally safe practice
- Excellent communication and collaborative skills
- Full drivers licence

**Working at Health New Zealand**

**How to apply**

**Job Number: CMH202515392**

**Applications Close: 07 July 2025**
- Whakawhanaungatanga, Kind -Manaakitanga, Together -Kotahitanga, Excellent
- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today._

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