Occupational Therapist - Kai Whakaora Ngangahau

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

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 Role

Te Uru Rauhi Mental Health and Addiction Services have an exciting opportunity to employ a Kaiwhakaora ngangahau /Occupational Therapist to be part of the multidisciplinary team.

If you have a passion for working and partnering with whānau and you are interested in being able to provide a whānau ora - wellness and recovery focused approach that encourages interconnectedness both socially, spiritually, physically and environmentally, and encompasses the aspirations to achieve ‘WAIORA' flourishing individuals, whānau, and communities, we welcome your application. This new service model delivery approach will support the achievement of whānau whaiora.

We can offer: 

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged

• A professional and supportive culture and team setting

• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options

• Tailored wellness programmes

About you

As a Kaiwhakaora ngangahau/ Occupational Therapist you will be part of a team who will be pivotal in ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and comprehensive contemporary high quality, person and whānau centred services.

The successful candidate will:
• Have a passion for working with whānau and seeing them achieve their aspirations and flourish
• Be a Kaiwhakaora ngangahau/Occupational Therapist with mental health knowledge and or experience

This position is Permanent - 32 hours per week

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maree Loynes Recruitment Specialist

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.