Occupational Therapist – Mental Health

Based in GreymouthHours are between 0800 and 1630 Monday - Friday0.9FTE Permanent role (36hrs/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 usThe Allied Health team are looking for a NZ registered Occupational Therapist with a specialist interest in Mental Health to join our team of enthusiastic and dedicated multidisciplinary professionals.Within the wider AH team, we have a small team of Occupational Therapists who work together to provide a generalist service.
Our team provides a range of inpatient and community-based health services for the community.
This role will give you the opportunity to further your experience working across a wide range of specialties and advance your practical skills.To find out more about living and working here on the Coast visit West Coast Living.About the RoleAs an Occupational Therapist working in Mental Health, you will be responsible for providing assessment, education and treatment using a patient centred model of care for patients (all ages) inclusive of physical and mental health conditions.This role spans across our Manaakitanga Mental Health Inpatient Unit and our patients in the community giving a diverse and rewarding workload.
Travel to other locations throughout the West Coast will be part of the role.What you'll do with your time:
Assessment and treatment of Manaakitanga Mental Health inpatients with appropriate goal setting and outcome measuresSupport transition from inpatients into communityWork as an integral part of the inpatient & community inter-disciplinary teamsLiaising with all appropriate health professionals and other agencies to ensure we achieve the best outcomes for our patientsProviding education for the families/whānau and carers of our patients as necessaryAbout youWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist who has worked within a mental health scope of practice for at least 3 years to join our multi disciplinary team.It is essential that you have:
Minimum 3 years working as a Mental Health Occupational TherapistThe ability to work effectively under pressureThe ability to be an effective team member, recognising the importance of team workThe ability to work independently, yet seek support when neededStrong communication skills and cultural awarenessYou must be flexible with excellent time managementCompetency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.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.Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at *** nowPermanent/Part TimeJob no:
PC2871938Location:
Greymouth
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