Social Worker - Ward 12 (0.3FTE) at Northland District Health Board (Whangarei), Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

From study support and professional development, through to growing new services and facilities, the future at Northland DHB is bright. Here, you'll be doing what matters to your career, all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.

Northland DHB is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

Right now, we have exciting opportunities for Registered Social Workers to join us in permanent part time and full time roles.

As the successful applicant you will be working with a multidisciplinary team on a busy Medical Ward.

Applicants will have recognised social work qualifications and be registered with the Social Work Registration Board. Previous social work experience in a Multi-disciplinary Team environment is highly desirable. 

We are looking for people with excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to understand and work with policies and processes within a fast-paced Organisational environment to achieve successful outcomes for clients and whanau.

A career with Northland DHB will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

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: AH21-263