Working with Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.

Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the role:
If you're looking for the right opportunity to create positive, healthy change, then we're looking for you. We have an amazing opportunity for an enthusiastic Social Worker to join our dedicated team at Jim Carney Cancer Treatment Centre in Whangarei.

This is a permanent, part time (0.6 FTE) position working 24 hours per week.

The purpose of this role is to provide a comprehensive specialist social assessment and planned social work intervention within the area of responsibility within Cancer & Blood Services at Whangarei Hospital.

In this role you will be an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team process that focuses on meeting quality outcomes for clients/whanau with cancer or suspected cancer.

Key requirements:

• Social Work Qualification recognised by Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB)
• Registered social worker with a current annual practicing certificate
• Current clean drivers licence
• Proven experience in working with individuals/whanau with diverse needs
• Previous social work experience that can be translated into a health environment

A career with Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance. You really can enjoy the best of both.

If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact jobs@northlanddhb.org.nz

Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AH24-177

Closes: 17 November 2024