Mental Health Support Worker – Te Whare Oranga Tangata o Whakaue In‑patient Unit

Permanent, full‑time and part‑time positions available.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our passionate and multi‑disciplinary team at Lakes Mental Health & Addiction in‑patient unit. This position will work alongside our registered nurses and members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the ward is clean, tidy and safe for staff and tangata whaiora, including housekeeping duties.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Assist nursing staff with tangata whaiora cares and management, including when needed personal cares.

Abilities and qualities:

• Relate effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Remain flexible and calm under pressure.

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