Health 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 RoleThis position involves working with consumer groups and the community and is focused on assisting individuals and their families/whanau to deal with the psychosocial impacts of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.About the Team/Service/LocationWe work collaboratively with the Regional cancer service, and other cancer psychologists and social workers to coordinate assessments and services for those people dealing with a cancer diagnosis.Minimum Requirements:Hold a bachelor's degree in social work Board and registration with SWRB, and a current APC.Recognised by and registered with the New Zealand Social Work Registration.Current APC.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 which 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 and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.Job detailsJob Reference: HAU02244Location: North Island - Gisborne - GisborneJob type: Clinical - Allied Health - Social Worker
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