Permanent, part-time 0.5FTE (20 hours per week)Salary band: $77,087 - $110,210 p.a pro-rata and KiwiSaverMake a difference in physical health careAre you a compassionate and skilled social worker ready to make a meaningful impact? Join our dynamic Allied Health team at Southland Hospital, where you'll provide vital support to patients and their whanau across physical health services. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-quality, patient-centred care within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.Mo te turanga - About the roleAs a Social Worker in the Allied Health Unit, you will support patients in acute, rehabilitation, and outpatient settings. Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, you'll advocate for patients and their whanau, ensuring their holistic needs are met throughout their healthcare journey.Key responsibilities include the following:Conducting assessments, interventions, and evaluations to support patients and whanauCollaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to facilitate continuity of care and patient flowProtecting vulnerable patients from harm due to abuse or neglectCoordinating with community services to deliver wrap-around support for patientsAddressing social determinants of health and advocating for equity to enhance well-beingThis role offers the opportunity to practice interprofessional collaboration, integrating knowledge from diverse disciplines to deliver exceptional care.To excel in this role, you will bring the following:Essential qualifications and skills:Registration with the New Zealand Social Workers Registration Board (NZSWRB) and a current Annual Practising CertificateDemonstrated clinical competency, including effective assessment and talking therapiesProficiency in delivering evidence-based interventions for tangata whaiora/consumersStrong organisational, time management, and clinical priority-setting skillsAn understanding of and ability to address barriers to accessing healthcare servicesCommitment to applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in practiceMembership of the Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social WorkersEvidence of ongoing professional development (e.g., postgraduate education)Familiarity with IT systems to support clinical documentation and workflowsYou'll also possess:Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsThe ability to work independently and collaboratively within a teamResilience, resourcefulness, and a solution-focused mindsetA passion for continuous personal and professional growth.At Te Whatu Ora - Southern, we offer the following:Lifestyle benefits: Short commutes, beautiful coastlines, and a family-friendly communityCareer development: Ongoing training, development opportunities, and career supportConvenience and perks: Free parking, subsidised gym memberships, discounted health insurance, and retail discounts for Southland employeesHoliday perks: Access to discounted staff holiday accommodation in Te Anau and Central OtagoThe Southern District combines affordable living, excellent amenities, and exceptional recreational opportunities. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, live performances, or dining out, Southland offers a quality lifestyle for all.Utu whanui - Salary rangeThis role is covered by the PSA Allied, Public Health and Technical Single-Employer Collective Agreement, with salaries ranging from Step 1 ($77,087 p.a) to Step 8 ($110,210 p.a pro-rata) for the Degree-Based Allied, Public Health and Technical scale.Don't miss this opportunity - apply early as this vacancy may close before the listed date.All appointments are subject to the following:Occupational health assessmentPolice vetting/Ministry of Justice checksSerious misconduct checks (for previous Public Service departments and Crown entities)Join us today and make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their whanau.Job detailsJob Reference: SOUT09905Location: South Island - Southland - InvercargillJob type: Permanent, part-timeExpertise: Clinical - Allied Health - Social Worker
#J-18808-Ljbffr