Social Worker - Medical Ward

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 build a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleWe currently have a social work position available in an inpatient medical ward at Wellington Regional Hospital.The medical service at Wellington Hospital provides assessment, diagnosis, stabilisation and treatment, and rehabilitation of patients who present for medical diagnosis and treatment.The successful applicant will assist patients and their whanau during their hospital stay to support them with the impact of their admission, treatment and discharge.

The role holder will complete psychosocial assessments with patients and their whanau and work in partnership with their multi-disciplinary colleagues as well as their nursing and medical colleagues to facilitate supportive and safe discharges from hospital.

You will respond to a range of referrals including addressing complex social issues, discharge planning and transition into Aged Residential Care.The role covers into other areas of the hospital across inpatient, outpatient and community settings as required.About the Team / Service / LocationWe are a diverse and inclusive team of 23 social workers who provide a service to patients and their whanau across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.

We complete psychosocial assessments across the age range and provide holistic social work interventions.

We encourage therapeutic social work and trauma informed practice, and value patient-centred care.

The role will be well supported by the other medical social workers and social work coordinator in the team.

Come and join our friendly experienced team in a supportive workplace environment.About youAs the successful candidate you will have a passion for working in this area and be highly motivated to support patients and whanau navigate their health journey.

You will be able to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team and with external agencies.

Working with a diverse group of patients with significant health needs the post holder will require excellent documentation, communication and time management skills.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to work in this clinical area.We welcome applications from social workers who have a dedication and passion for this work.

We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds who share our values to apply, and would greatly appreciate seeing applicants from our Maori and Pacific communities.The successful applicant will have the following skills and attributes : NZ Registered Social Worker with current annual practicing certificateMinimum of 3 social work practice, though will consider those with less experienceThe ability to complete psychosocial needs assessmentNavigating and working within the legal requirements of health care and social workA clear understanding of the health needs of Maori and Pacific Island communitiesTherapeutic social work counselling experience (desirable)Previous work in a health setting and a good understanding of health social work (desirable)Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 are 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 disability.

A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Maori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.How to ApplyTo apply please click - apply now.

• All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 5 October.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

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