Job Description - Community Support Worker – IMHS Intensive Day Programme (HAW08472)Vacancy NoHAW0847280 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE)Full-time, PermanentHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleThe Intensive Day Programme has a full-time permanent position for a community support worker to join our dynamic team. The Intensive Day Programme is an exciting and busy service with a strong reputation for excellence and innovation. We provide a structured day treatment programme that provides clients the chance to participate in meaningful activities to aid in their own recovery.About the Team/Service/LocationWe are a passionate multi-disciplinary team which brings with its professional growth and strong collegial support. In addition to working within the Intensive Day Programme Team, we are also driven to develop resources within the Hawkes Bay community. This is a chance for you to contribute to the wider sector of Hawkes Bay.About YouTo apply for this role, we require you to have previous experience as well as a passion for working with those with mental health problems. As a Community Support Worker, you will be expected to support people in developing independent daily living skills, engaging in meaningful activities, and supporting people in the community under the guidance of a registered mental health professional. We encourage new graduates and those with less experience but who are passionate about working in mental health to apply.Minimum RequirementsThe successful candidate must also have:Good communication skills and be willing to liaise with professionals from different agencies both internal and external to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora.A valid NZ Annual Practising Certificate (APC).A National Certificate in Mental Health Support Work at Level 4.Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.Experience in projects/initiatives that give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and InclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community, or mahi aroha (volunteering), we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description, click HERE and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Allison Kandimba at ****** note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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