Support Worker Springhill

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Department Name
• Permanent, Part-time 48 hours per fortnight (0.6FTE)

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

As a Recovery Support Worker, you’ll work alongside tangata whaiora in a residential setting to support their journey of recovery from addiction. You’ll provide practical support, encouragement, and supervision to ensure a safe, non-judgemental, and empowering environment. Your role will involve implementing individual recovery plans, facilitating therapeutic activities, and contributing to a culture of safety, equity, and wellbeing.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives while working within a multidisciplinary team committed to holistic and culturally safe care.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Springhill Residential Recovery Centre in Napier is part of Te Whatu Ora - Te Matau a Māui Hawke’s Bay.

Our team is passionate about supporting tangata whaiora and their whānau through evidence-based, person-centred addiction recovery services in a safe and inclusive environment.

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About you

As a Recovery Support Worker, you will bring:

• A National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) or be working towards it.
• Experience in addiction and/or mental health, ideally in a residential or community setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally safe practice.

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 review the position profile, click HERE 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 Dawn Tyler via email on dawn.tyler@hbdhb.govt.nz

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