Occupational Therapist - Child Development Service

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay
NZ - Bay of Plenty - Whakatane
October 11, 2024

Whakatāne

Permanent Full-time

Enhance the lives of children working in a dynamic environment

Competitive remuneration + Wellbeing programme

Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora 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.

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

As a paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will work in a small multidisciplinary team of highly dedicated professionals. You will have opportunities to both grow in your own professional skills as well as work closely alongside both occupational therapy colleagues and other professionals. We deliver a community-based service, that serves the needs of the children here with disabilities and their whānau.

This role is covered by the PSA Allied Public Health, Scientific and Technical Collective Agreement. Salary range for this position is $77,087 to $116,390.

He Korero mōu - About You

Our preferred candidate will have:

Registered member of the Occupational Therapy Board of NZ

Current Annual Practising Certificate

Exemplary interpersonal skills

Full NZ Driver's licence

Passion and a drive to make a real difference through your work and have a strong cultural awareness

Ko o tatou painga - Our Benefits

In-house professional development

Competitive remuneration

Flexible working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)

Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team

Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!

Subsidised hospital gym membership and wellbeing programme

Free flu vaccinations

Free onsite staff carparking

Discounts (with local businesses)

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai - Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means 'the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system - Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click 'APPLY NOW.' For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.

For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Debs McPherson, Team Leader, Child Development Service on *** or via email debs.mcpherson@bopdhb.govt.nz.

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to 'safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.

Job Details

Reference

005004396

Location

Whakatane

Work Type

Permanent Full Time

FTE

1

Closing Date

21/10/2024
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Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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