Social Worker

• Social Worker- Mental Health Addiction Services
  • Tararua Locality
  • Permanent Fulltime

Community at heart. Care that makes a difference. Te Uru Rauhi, Mental Health and Addiction Services, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Registered Social Worker to join our team in the Tararua locality.This is your chance to be part of a service that is evolving—supporting individuals, whanau, and communities through a recovery-focused, culturally responsive approach.

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 the Role

In this community-based position, you will:

• Provide assessment and management of mental health and addiction presentations
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team across the Tararua locality
• Contribute to Te Matapuna o te Ora, an integrated model of care focused on holistic wellbeing
• Support individuals and whanau using a strengths-based recovery approach
• Deliver care that is culturally responsive and person-centred

About You

We're seeking someone who is:

• A Registered Social Worker with relevant experience
• Skilled in mental health and addictions within a community setting
• Highly motivated and adaptable in a changing environment
• Passionate about integrated care and improving outcomes
• Committed to equity, cultural safety, and whanau-centred practice
• A collaborative team player who can work across services

About the Location

Manawatu offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm. Whether you're drawn to peaceful village life, vibrant townships, or the buzz of the city, you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions: Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work-life balance is the everyday reality.

Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu:

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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 Maori, 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 the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Richard McLeavey 06 3660047

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.