Key Worker: Social Worker + OT + RN (0.9 FTE)

Te Whatu Ora; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

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Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Dunedin seeks a Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, and Registered Nurse (Key Worker) within CAFMHS to support tamariki and rangatahi (0–14 years) with moderate to severe mental health needs. You will manage your own caseload in a multidisciplinary team ensuring integrated care.

You will be registered in NZ with an Annual Practising Certificate and participate in an on-call roster up to 10 shifts per month, with a salary between $75,000 and $107,000 per

Qualifications

• Experienced in mental health assessment, intervention, and treatment planning for youth (0–18 years) with moderate to severe needs.
• Skilled in safeguarding practices and navigating complex family systems.
• Committed to service improvement, innovation, and evidence-based care.
• Registered with the New Zealand Registration Board and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking mental health assessments and delivering tailored interventions.
• Working closely with the wider care team to ensure continuity of care and patient flow.
• Supporting safeguarding processes involving child protection, family violence, and risk assessment.
• Collaborating with external agencies to provide wrap-around services.
• Engaging in continuous professional development and contributing to service improvement initiatives.

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Dunedin seeks a Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, and Registered Nurse (Key Worker) within CAFMHS to support tamariki and rangatahi (0–14 years) with moderate to severe mental health needs. You will manage your own caseload in a multidisciplinary team ensuring integrated care.

You will be registered in NZ with an Annual Practising Certificate and participate in an on-call roster up to 10 shifts per month, with a salary between $75,000 and $107,000 per