Intensive Brief Intervention Worker, Child and Adolescent MHS

  • Whanganui, Waikato
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Intensive Brief Intervention WorkerChild and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS)(Social Worker or Registered Nurse)Palmerston North Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)If you are looking for a challenge, then look no further!We have an incredibly exciting opportunity available for a practitioner with CAMHS experience based in Palmerston North.A brand-new role (to us) the Brief, Intensive Intervention Worker will work with young people and their families after a suicide attempt to ensure the young person and family have the support they need to regain their power and get back to normal for them. For this role we need someone with previous CAMHS experience, or acute mental health services. Someone who is fearless in the face of challenge, a strong advocate for the young people and families they work alongside and a bit of a people collector (in that they shine when meeting and engaging people).For this role we need someone who can work autonomously and is also a team player, who is flexible, strong in who they are and willing to share and to learn along the way. Sense of humour an absolute must and the ability to enjoy our team.In return we can offer:- A truly amazing and authentic team who support and enjoy each other's company (mostly!)- Great opportunities for clinical growth and development- A supportive employer that recognises the value of the work we do with children, young people and their families- A smashing community that works hard to ensure our young people and their families reach their potentialPalmerston North has access to wonderfully wild beaches (25 mins away) an incredibly friendly population and because of the university and Military bases a diverse and energetic city scene.If we have your interest, then ring me today for a chat about your possible future with us!Call me NOW on 0275468828 (Bev Huttley)Our OrganisationTe Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) is part of Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora and provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatū, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.Come and join usEmploying over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.Benefits
  • An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
  • A professional and supportive culture and team setting
  • Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
  • Tailored wellness programmes
How to applyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal.We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date.We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.MidCentral actively seeks Māori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve.Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.

Kiwi Health Jobs