Social Worker For Hutt South Community Mental Health Team
Location: Hutt South Community Mental Health team base 40-42 Queens Drive Lower Hutt
Contract: Full Time, Fixed term – 40 hours per week 8am – 4.30pm (Twelve months contract)
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
If you value customer service at the frontline of mental healthcare delivery, then this is the role for you. While it is a demanding environment, you will have the opportunity to excel in serving a community in need, making a real difference to tangata whai ora`s experience in their mental health recovery journey, while also learning up to date legislative processes. The role will also expose you to a multidisciplinary team environment, with various disciplines, such as psychiatry, psychology, and, nursing, working alongside you day to day.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Hutt South Community Mental Health Services is the largest community based mental health team in Wellington, serving a diverse geographical area and a diverse population. We are centrally located with access to public transport, riverbank car park and Queensgate. Our service has a strong, dedicated and supportive team culture, and an established Learning and Development Centre to tautoko your career development. We also pride ourselves on having fun and celebrating ourselves and our professional milestones.
If you are ready to work in a team that value humour, compassion and self-care alongside delivering excellence in their day to day mahi, then this is the team for you!
About you
We are seeking an experienced motivated NZ Registered Social Worker with current annual practicing certificate who is passionate about supporting Tāngata Whai ora in the community.
You will have
- At least two years clinical practice preferable in Adult Mental Health and or Addictions.
- Focus on delivering high quality care for the patient/client/whānau.
- Self motivated in developing clinical and professional practice.
- A commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi (and application to health) and a willingness to work positively in improving health outcomes for Maori.
You will also need to have a
- Current full NZ driver’s licence.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Internet resources and e-mail.
- A high standard of written and spoken English.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Marianne.Lovgren@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.
Fixed Term/Contract/Full Time
Job no: MHA044-26
Location: Lower Hutt
Closing Date: Sunday, 24 May 2026