Social Worker- Early Supported Discharge Service

* Social Worker – Early Supported Discharge Service
* Palmerston North Hospital
* Permanent – Part time 0.8FTE
Bring care beyond the hospital walls. Support recovery where it matters most — at home.
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Social Worker to join our innovative Early Supported Discharge (ESD) service. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of hospital and community care, supporting patients and their whānau to transition safely from hospital to home.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Service
The ESD service is a patient and whānau-centred model designed to support recovery in the comfort of home. Through a transdisciplinary approach, our team delivers short-term, intensive, home-based rehabilitation and support.
Working alongside physiotherapists,...