Patient Support Security Worker, Wairau at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Wairau Hospital

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Patient Support Security Worker, Wairau, Permanent Part-time

• Apply your interpersonal skills to make a difference to people - s lives
• Do great work within a supportive team ensuring a safe environment

Health 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 the Role

As a Patient Support Security Worker working in the Emergency Department (ED), you will focus on working with staff to best meet the needs of patients and their whānau accessing our services.  You will also assist our teams to ensure that we continue to provide a welcoming and safe environment.

The working hours are 48 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE) over the days of Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 8.00PM to 4.30AM. It would be ideal if you had the flexibility to work additional shifts from time-to-time, covering staff leave.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of 3 help and assist to provide an environment that is calm and welcoming. For more information on living and working in Blenheim click here .

About you

As a Patient Support Security Worker in ED, you will display a rational and calm manner and have the skills to effectively de-escalate difficult situations whilst promoting a safe and therapeutic environment. You will be able to relate well to patients and their visitors as well as be able to work with the clinical team and follow directions.

Previous experience in security, or a related industry is preferred. However, this is not essential as training will be provided.

Additionally you will have:

• empathy and a non-judgemental attitude towards patients and members of the public
• the ability to relate with ease to people from a variety of different cultures and backgrounds
• the ability to recognise and pass on issues that may affect patient welfare
• a good level of physical fitness and mobility
• eligibility to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying. 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 10 April 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.

Simon Trillo (Security Manager) at simon.trillo@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Ref: R1W25-002 

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.