Impactful Mental Health Social Worker – Corrections

Marketplace; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 83,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Ara Poutama Aotearoa – Whanganui Prison in the Manawatū-Whanganui region seeks a dedicated Social Worker to support individuals in custody with mental health needs. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop long-term plans, and coordinate interventions with a multidisciplinary team to promote wellbeing and safety.

The role prioritises trauma-informed practice, Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding, and culturally safe care, with NZ registration required.

Qualifications

• NZ Social Work qualification recognised by the Social Workers Registration Board NZ.
• Preference for candidates with a post-graduate degree in mental health.
• Experience in trauma-informed practice and working with at-risk individuals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop long-term plans.
• Provide interventions for individuals with complex physical and psycho-social needs.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including health staff and corrections officers.
• Deliver culturally safe care aligned with whanaungatanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Interpersonal collaboration

Adaptability

Professional judgment

Education

NZ Social Work qualification recognised by SWRB

Post-graduate degree in mental health

Job description

Ara Poutama Aotearoa – Whanganui Prison in the Manawatū-Whanganui region seeks a dedicated Social Worker to support individuals in custody with mental health needs. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop long-term plans, and coordinate interventions with a multidisciplinary team to promote wellbeing and safety.

The role prioritises trauma-informed practice, Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding, and culturally safe care, with NZ registration required.