Social Worker - Community Paediatrics

New Zealand Government · wellington, wellington, New-Zealand

Location
wellington
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 20, 2026

Job Description

Location

Wellington Regional Hospital

Contract

Permanent, Full Time, 1FTE

Salary

MECA Step or $90,843–$110,290

About the Role

This full‑time, permanent position is based at Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals, supporting patients aged0‑15years and their whānau in outpatient and community settings across Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti. The role provides psychosocial assessment and support for children following hospital discharge and helps remove barriers to their health care. You will also collaborate with paediatric inpatient social workers to support oncology patients and conduct child‑protection risk assessments and safety planning. The role may involve covering other inpatient areas at Wellington Hospital as needed and providing social work services on Saturdays on a roster, approximately3‑4times per year, with penal pay rates.

Responsibilities

  • Complete psychosocial assessments for children aged0‑15 a...

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