Senior Medical Social Worker, Renal Service - Acute Allied Health

Full Time, PermanentRemuneration as per Pay Equity Claim Settlement Agreement An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Clinician Social Worker to provide social work intervention and support at Middlemore Hospital.In this position you will be responsible for providing Social Work intervention and support to patients and their whaanau in renal service areas. A commitment to working with other disciplines within a multidisciplinary team environment is important. Your understanding of health and disability issues together with sound counselling and a robust understanding of frontline trauma intervention skills will enable you to work with patients and their families in a therapeutic and holistic way.You will have a recognised Social Work Qualification and be registered with the Social Work board. A minimum of 5 years of social work experience is essential within an acute hospital setting. We are seeking a Social Worker who has drive and determination and the ability to work independently and collaboratively, in an ever-changing environment. This is a chance to fully utilise your excellent communication and organisational skills and really make a differenceA commitment to working with other disciplines within a multidisciplinary team environment, excellent understanding of and commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti O Waitangi, and an understanding of Tikanga Maaori or a Pacific Island language would be an advantage.As a Social Worker in this team you can look forward to working in a challenging multidisciplinary environment where you will be expected to contribute to the development of bi-cultural Social Work practice.Essential: Recognised Social Work Qualification (Minimum qualification level B) and RegistrationMinimum of 5 years experience in an acute hospital setting, preferably having worked in a renal service Supervision qualification or evidence of leadershipFull, clean driver's licence Benefits: Refund of your annual practising certificate costA generous relocation package which includes a one-way flight, car rental, shipping freight and accommodation (T's & C's apply) Support with Immigration/VisaDiscounted services as part of our work perks