Response Lead Social Worker - Pacific Mental Health

Pacific Response Lead Social Work - Takanga a Fohe, Isa Lei - Pacific Mental Health Services

• Permanent, full-time position
• Monday to Friday
• Based in Henderson

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About us

Takanga A Fohe is a Pacific cultural clinical service within the Waitematā Specialist Mental Health Addictions Service group. We provide multi disciplinary service committed to best care for Pacific. Our top three values are compassion, family and tautua (service).

Isa Lei MH Services is seeking a Senior Registered Social Worker who is passionate about making a noticeable difference to Pasifika peoples and their families. The preferred candidate must be able to coordinate and advocate for Pasifika consumers, patients and families who access Adult Mental health services. Our team is committed to improving both Pasifika health gains and our relationship with internal and external providers.

About you

Knowledge or experience of working with key Pasifika stakeholders would be advantageous. A high standard of interpersonal skills and a proven ability to organise and prioritise your workload is essential.

• A full driver's licence
• NZ Registered Social Worker
• Current practicing certificate
• Minimum of 2 years working in Mental Health Services

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 27 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Abigail Sana Matic on abigail.sanamatic@tewhatuora.govt.nz

For further information about the position, please contact Sione Maka, Service Team Manager on (09) 822 8751

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.