Social Worker Christchurch Hospital

• Three positions available across the Social Work Team at Christchurch Hospital:
  • Permanent full time 1.0FTE (likely to be based in ICU)
  • Fixed term full time 1.0FTE position available through to 18th October 2024
  • Fixed term part time 0.8FTE (32hours per week) through to 19th November 2024
• Registration with the NZ Social Work Board and Annual Practicing Certificate is essential

Please advise which position interests you in your cover letter.

Mō te tūnga | About the Role

Our team is a professional and highly skilled Social Work team, who display a positive attitude and enthusiasm for health social work.  We enjoy the challenge of delivering patient centred care in a fluid and dynamic multidisciplinary environment.  We respond to a diverse range of health and social needs, no two days are the same. We provide 24-hour social work service 7 days a week, as part of a multidisciplinary team who take a holistic approach to patient care. We work across all areas of the hospital with the multidisciplinary team to support patients’ and their whānau's health journey from admission to discharge. These are rostered and rotating positions. 

The Social Work Services team at Christchurch Hospital is inviting applications from Registered Social Workers to join our team in multiple opportunities. 

Ko wai koe | About You

You will be joining our supportive and enthusiastic Social Work team. You will thrive in an unpredictable and at fast paced environment. 

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Assessment, monitoring and support of clients within the acute social work service in accordance with ANZASW Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• You will need strong assessment and triaging skills to meet patient needs.
• Attend and participate in social work team and departmental activities as well as staff meetings.
• Participate in service development and quality assurance initiative/processes.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

Desired skills will include:

• A passion for working with people and their whānau/families.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to people from all walks of life.
• Experience within, Elderly, Care and Protection, Family Harm, and Trauma, is desirable but not essential.
• Current Annual Practicing Certificate issued under the Social Worker’s Registration Act (2003) is essential.

This role will see you working alongside different multidisciplinary teams so being a team player who can quickly adapt will be essential to your success. Our service is committed to the professional development of our staff and offers regular ongoing development opportunities.

Mō mātou | About Us

“Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do”

Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora leads the day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.

Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.

Ngā hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora 

When you work at Health New Zealand , you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants and business.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site here. For additional information about this role please contact