Social Worker

New Zealand Government; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waikato Hospital Acute Social Work Team is seeking a qualified Social Worker for a permanent part-time role (0.6 FTE). The position supports General Medical wards and may require cross-ward coverage across Waikato Hospital.

The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, patient advocacy, discharge planning, and active participation in a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must be registered with SWRB, hold an NZ APC, and possess a current NZ driver’s licence, with

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB).
• Current New Zealand APC (Annual Practising Certificate).
• Full New Zealand driver’s licence.
• At least 2 years experience as a Social Worker.
• Experience in an acute health setting or related multidisciplinary setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention
• Patient and Whānau Advocacy
• Discharge Planning and Care Coordination
• Working in a Multidisciplinary Team
• Safeguarding and Risk Management

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Advocacy

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Bicultural practice

Education

NZ Registered Social Worker (SWRB)

APC – Annual Practising Certificate

Driver's licence

Job description

Waikato Hospital Acute Social Work TeamQualified/ NZ Registered Social WorkerPermanent Full time 24 hours per week (0.6 FTE)Monday- Friday 7:30am 4pmHealth 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.

About our Service

Our Social Work team covers the Emergency Department, Critical Care, Medicine, Surgery, Women's Health, Paediatrics, Older Persons & Rehabilitation, Renal, Oncology and Community. Although our team works within a range of health services in hospital and community-based settings throughout the Waikato district. The team is supported by a Professional Leader for Social Work and an Allied Health Manager.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified practitioner to join the Acute Social Work services and undertake a permanent part time (0.6 FTE) position within Waikato Hospital. This position is within the Acute Social Work Team (Physical Health) supporting our General Medical wards. However, there will be an expectation to also support across other wards at Waikato hospital as and when needed.

• Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention
• Patient and Whānau Advocacy
• Discharge Planning and Care Coordination
• Working in a Multidisciplinary Team
• Safeguarding and Risk Management

About you

• Current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB).
• Current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Full New Zealand drivers licence
• At least 2 years experience as a Social Worker
• Experience working in an acute health setting or related experience in a multi-disciplinary setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple teams
• Strong commitment to bicultural practice and equity in healthcare
• Understanding of the psychosocial impact of illness and changing health status.

We are the largest employer in New Zealand, providing public healthcare to 5 million people living throughout the country. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in New Zealand.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraamam Jones [e-mail] OR Caryn Van Shipley [e-mail]