Mental Health Support Worker - Intensive Rehabilitation – Tane Mahuta

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora – Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District

Location:  Ratonga Rusa o Porirua Campus, Porirua 

Contract:  Permanent Part Time ( 0.4 FTE)

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.

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

We are looking for someone who likes variety in their work life and is up for a new challenge. We have a vacancy with the opportunity to develop your skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. Mental Health Support Workers work closely alongside the nurses supporting and providing support for Tangata Whai ora working towards their recovery.

Mō tō mātou rōpū – About our team

Tane Mahuta is an open rehabilitation mental health unit for up to 34 clients within Te Korowai Whāriki Rehabilitation Service. This is a regional innovative supportive service working with clients in supporting their journey with a multi-disciplinary team approach.

Moū – About you

We would like to hear from you if

-You can make a difference

-You have energy and the ability to think on your feet

-Are a team player

-Have excellent communication skills

-Can work under direction and delegation of the registered nurse

-Understand recovery and strengths based models and empowering Tangata Whai-ora through on-going supportive education

You must also hold:

-A relevant L4 MHSW certificate

-Meet police vetting requirements

-A full NZ Driver License

-Experience working in Mental Health settings 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 28th May. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Marianne.Lovgren@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.