Case Manager/Social Worker - MHSOP

Location Located in Tauranga, a vibrant coastal city offering lifestyle balance and natural surroundings. Employment Details Full‑time position – 1.0 FTE, Monday to Friday. Overview Support older people and whānau through mental health assessment, recovery, and community care pathways. This role is part of the Intake Team within Mental Health Services for Older People and focuses on delivering high‑quality mental health support that promotes independence, wellbeing, and safe community living for older people across the Bay of Plenty. Team, Service and Location MHSOP Community Team works closely with referrers, health partners, primary care and community agencies to provide responsive and recovery‑focused mental health care for older people. The service is grounded in the values of compassion, all‑one‑team and excellence, and is committed to partnership with whānau and community to achieve positive outcomes. The team is based in Tauranga and operates within a supportive multidisciplinary environment focused on collaboration, continuity of care and improving quality of life for tangata whaiora. About You You will be an experienced Social Worker with a strong background in mental health and a genuine commitment to supporting older people and their whānau. You bring excellent assessment and relationship building skills, work well within multidisciplinary settings, and remain calm and focused within complex clinical situations. Your practice reflects a sound understanding of mental health legislation, recovery focused care, and the importance of culturally responsive and person‑centred support. Qualifications and Experience Registration with the Social Work Registration Board and a current Annual Practising Certificate. Minimum of three years postgraduate experience within mental health services. Experience working within older persons mental health (preferred). Strong understanding of mental health conditions, dementia and delirium care. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, PPPR Act and capacity assessment processes. Experience in triage, assessment, crisis response and care coordination. Strong communication and relationship management skills with tangata whaiora, whānau and community agencies. Commitment to collaborative, culturally responsive and recovery focused practice. Equal Employment Opportunity Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr