Patient Support & Security Worker

• Do you have great interpersonal skills with the ability to de-escalate tense situations?
• Permanent part-time position working 48 hours a fortnight (0.60 FTE)
• Earn $23.50 to $28.18 an hour 

Primary Location: Wāhi Oranga (Mental Health Inpatient Unit), Nelson Hospital

Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

We are looking for a person who can assist our teams to ensure that we continue to provide a welcoming and safe environment for the Inpatient Mental Health Unit at Nelson Hospital. As a Patient Support and Security Worker you will focus on working with staff to best meet the needs of patients and their whānau accessing our services. 

• The hours of work are 3.00 PM to 11.00 PM Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.   

However, from time-to-time you may be required to work an alternative shift to help meet service needs. 

Commencing salary is dependent on NZQA qualifications and experience from $23.50/hr – with no relevant NZQA qualification, through to $28.18/hr with a relevant NZQA Level 3 qualification. 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

You will be the type of person who works in a rational and calm manner and who has the skills and experience to effectively de-escalate difficult situations and promote a safe and therapeutic environment. You will be able to relate well to patients and their visitors. You will be able to work with the clinical team and follow directions. 

Previous experience in security, or a related industry is preferred. However, this is not essential as training will be provided. 

Additionally you will have:

• empathy and a non-judgemental attitude towards patients and members of the public
• the ability to relate with ease to people from a variety of different cultures and backgrounds
• the ability to recognise and pass on issues that may affect patient welfare
• a good level of physical fitness and mobility. 

Please read the associated position description (available on the Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) Careers site) to gain a full overview of the role. 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3000 employees, we are Nelson and Marlborough’s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxkHJ5YAn59o6SrhnA 

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

In this role you will be able to apply your interpersonal skills to make a real difference to people’s lives. At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough we do great work and we need a great team to help us deliver.

Nelson is one of New Zealand’s top lifestyle destinations and offers an amazing variety of leisure pursuits, beaches, rivers and national parks with great opportunities for outdoor activities such as kayaking, mountain biking, tramping, skiing, golf, sailing, as well as abundant sunshine and outstanding scenery. For more information on the Nelson/Tasman region visit http://www.nelsonnz.com/.

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748. 

For role specific information please contact Simon Trillo, Security Manager at simon.trillo@nmdhb.govt.nz. 

Apply now, it’s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position. 

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

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Applications close: open until filled . Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. 

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.