Posted 01 August, 2026
Mental Health Support Worker - MHAIDS Operation Centre -Casual
Wellington Hospital, Kenepuru Hospital/Porirua, Kapiti Coast
Porirua, WGN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: a6632fd6d3861324
Job Description
Contract: Casual – up to 40 hours per week Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. About the Role The Mental Health, Addictions and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS) has vacancies in our Casual Pool for Mental Health Support Workers mainly based in inpatient units and community settings. The role is part of the MHAIDS Operations Centre, which covers the Wellington, Kapiti, Porirua and Hutt Valley areas. Salary is MECA Step 1-5 or $59,024 - $74,442. About the Team/Service Are you looking for variety in your work life and up for a new challenge? We have vacancies available in our MHAIDS Casual Pool across our services with the opportunity to work flexible hours that best suit your lifestyle, while developing your skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. You will enjoy working in different services and receive full orientation and training. About you Have a New Zealand Certificate (Level 4) in Health and Wellbeing Mental Health and Addiction Support (or equivalent qualification) Have experience working within the area of mental health, ID or Addiction Hold a current work visa or have the legal right to work in New Zealand Demonstrate an ability to work with a team with a multi-disciplinary approach A passion for working with a wide variety of people who experience Mental Health Resilience and the ability to work in a very busy environment Are team focused and have positive attitude Have excellent time management, communication, written, verbal and IT skills Full Drivers Licence Consent to a Police Vetting Check under the Vulnerable Children’s Act 2014 Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ’the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement. #J-18808-Ljbffr