Whānau Support Service - Navigator/Social Worker

Hospice Whanganui is excited about our innovative specialised palliative care services, and we are looking to grow our team! If you're passionate about supporting clients and their whānau/families to lead a quality life, we want to hear from you! Our organisation is underpinned by values that foster a great place to work. About Hospice Whanganui We are a client/whānau centred service that operates 24/7, providing specialised palliative care across the Whanganui, Waimarino, and South Taranaki regions. What sets us apart is our nurse led, hybrid model of practice that enables us to be agile and responsive to the evolving needs of our communities. Whether client’s are at home, in hospital, in a facility, or in our inpatient unit, we provide compassionate, expert care where they choose to be. When facing difficult times, our clients and their whānau deserve care that is both compassionate and professional. Our experienced, specialised palliative team comprising Medical Officers, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Whānau Support staff offer comfort, relief, and expert care when it is needed most. This role is fundamental to bringing whānau and services together. You will be proactive and lead challenging conversations. You will be confident to facilitate whānau hui, planning and be an integral part of the integrated team. You will also work closely with GP teams, aged care facilities, Māori health providers, the hospital team, government agencies, home based care providers, social work services, counsellors, and other community services. This can be a fast-paced role that changes daily to meet client/whānau needs. Time management and analytical skills is essential. This is a full-time position for either a registered social worker or an experienced Whānau Navigator in the health and social sectors. The successful applicant will: Passionate about holistic care Keen to work primarily in a community setting, supported by a small IPU patient facility Flexible working hours (glide time) Passionate about working in an integrated way with all members of the team Share our values Values We always strive for the best (Excellence, Aspirational and Professional) We do the right thing (Manaakitanga, Courage and Integrity) Key Attributes: Initiative to work self-directed and unsupervised Passion for holistic care Innovative ideas and solutions focussed Hospice Whanganui is committed to supporting its staff and offering opportunities for personal and professional growth in a values-driven environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr