Kaiawhina - Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker

Vacancy No: TAR05640

• A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

• Access to clinical training and education

• Up to date facilities, Have a look at

• Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

• Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

• Professional development

• Support the assessment of Tāngata Whaiora/consumers experiencing psychological distress.

• Engaging with the whānau of people affected by mental health challenges to identify needs and supports required.

• Provide advocacy for Tāngata Whaiora/consumers and whānau.

• 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.