Community Support Worker - Tu Kaha Sub Acute Unit, Far North

• Based at the top of the North Island in the beautiful Far North
• Permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week in the Mental Health & Addictions Service
• Action meaningful change in the region we love!

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

Working in the residential Sub-Acute Unit, the Community Support Worker provides care, support and the best health outcomes to people under the direction and delegation of the Registered Nurse and Community Support Worker (CSW) Co-ordinator. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week on rotating shifts covering 7 days per week.

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About the Team/Service/Location

The Far North Mental Health & Addictions Service team is a multi-disciplinary group that works closely together to provide culturally safe, recovery-focused support for tangata whai ora/clients and their whānau. The team collaborates with internal colleagues and external partners to maintain continuity of care and reduce the need for acute or after-hours crisis services.

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About you

We are looking for people with a proven ability to engage with people, who can work as a team member and can work under supervision. You must be able to recognise the diversity of people’s culture and provide support that is culturally safe and appropriate.

• Mental Health Level 4 Certificate or a desire to work towards it
• Experience working in a mental health setting
• Whilst not essential, it is highly desirable if you are working towards a Diploma in Mental Health Suport Work
• Current, full New Zealand driver’s licence

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 9 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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