This is a part time, 0.4FTE position that can be worked over 2 - 4 days in clinic. Fixed term until June 2026. 

Tend Health is a New Zealand-owned and independent primary healthcare provider with a vision to transform health outcomes for current and future generations. Tend combines the best of clinical care, technology, and people to deliver a patient and whānau experience that’s convenient, accessible, and focused on the full spectrum of preventative, proactive, and acute care needs.

As a Social Worker you will work as an integral member of the general practice team at Tend, delivering timely, evidence-based, consultation-focused interventions that support the mental and physical wellbeing of individuals, whānau, and communities across all ages. You’ll bring a deep understanding of the local community to deliver holistic social services and health-related support, helping individuals and whānau navigate and access the resources they need while addressing the social determinants of health in a  primary care setting.

Main Responsibilities: 

• Deliver psychosocial assessments and collaboratively develop personalised care and support plans for patients enrolled at Tend Linwood, ensuring a holistic approach to wellbeing.
• Advocate for patients and whānau within the wider health and social service systems to ensure equitable access to care and support.
• Facilitate seamless connections between patients and appropriate community, social, and government services that align with their individual needs and goals.
• Support patients in navigating complex life challenges such as housing instability, financial hardship, relationship stress, and mental health concerns—addressing the social determinants of health.
• Contribute actively to multidisciplinary team (MDT) case discussions and integrated care planning, bringing a behavioural and social lens to whole-person care.
• Identify and respond to opportunities to support and upskill general practice team members in understanding behavioural and social health, enhancing our shared model of care.
• Practice in a culturally safe, inclusive manner that upholds the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Qualifications: 

• Registered Social Worker with current annual practising certificate and no restrictions or provisional registration
• Postgraduate studies are beneficial
• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
• Primary or community healthcare experience
• Comprehensive understanding of the inequities in access and health outcomes in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Excellent critical appraisal skills and being able to identify the best evidence-informed solutions to clinical and practice questions and issues.