Casual Mental Health Support Worker - MHAIDS

Location: Porirua/Wellington Hospital/Lower Hutt Hospital Contract: Casual - up to 40 hours per week Salary: MECA Step 1-5 or $59,024 - $74,442 About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through our focus on integration and collaboration, we are working to build a health system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence. About the Role We currently have openings in our Casual Pool for Mental Health Support Workers within the Mental Health, Addictions and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS). The primary focus of this role will be on supporting patients in both inpatient units and community settings across the Wellington, Kapiti, Porirua, and Hutt Valley areas. About the Team/Service/Location If you are seeking a role that offers variety and new challenges, our MHAIDS Casual Pool positions may be the perfect fit for you. We provide opportunities to work flexible hours that align with your lifestyle while enhancing your skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. In this role, you will gain experience across different services, with comprehensive orientation and training provided. About You To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience: - A Level 4 National Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions Support Work (or an equivalent qualification). - Experience in the mental health field, preferably within an inpatient setting. - A current work visa or legal right to work in New Zealand. - Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. - A clean driver's license. - Consent to a Police Vetting Check under the Vulnerable Children’s Act 2014. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we believe in the "weaving of wellness." Our commitment is to provide excellent healthcare to the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our employees are at the heart of our mission, and we strive to be good employers while honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce enables us to better understand and serve our community. We are committed to equity in health, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application through our online careers portal. Should you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to Wendy Shardlow at Wendy.Shardlow@mhaids.health.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may initiate the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.