Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Permanent, Full-time and part-time positions for a Case Manager.
- NZ Registered Health professional with a Mental Health Scope of Practice & current Annual Practicing Certificate.
- 2 years experience within specialist mental health
Ehara taku I toa takitahi engari, he toa takitini
My strength, is not the strength of one, it is the strength of many
Te Whatu OraTe Tai o Poutini West Coast, is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand - sSouth Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility ofits natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The regionboasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide thebackbone of the local economy. The town of Greymouth is central to Te Tai oPoutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich andpicturesque Grey river.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are looking for a Case Manager with a Nursing or Allied Health background, who has the clinical skills required to assist people with current or ongoing mental health problems and to maintain their place in the community. This role will be working within the community and within our integrated model of care.
Our Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) team is currently looking for skilled and passionate mental health professional. The new role is vital to the mental health of our children and young people across the West Coast as you will be supporting them through their journey along with their whanau. This role will be working within the community alongside our NGO partner Poutini Waiora and within our integrated model of care. There will be opportunities and support for professional development and ongoing role development.
- Undertaking all components of case management, including: comprehensive assessment, risk assessment and management, recovery, and treatment planning
- Providing client-centred care, utilising evidence-based treatment strategies including, where appropriate, talking therapies
- Working Monday to Friday
Ko wai koe | About You
- NZ Registered Health professional as a Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or Physiotherapist.
- Excellent communication & relationship building skills, this is a developing role with the opportunity to develop and enhance the service provision and personal practice.
- Passion for child & youth mental health
- Flexibility to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Understanding and application of the principles of the treaty of Waitangi, with a culturally safe and appropriate approach to practice
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- A strong understanding of Māori health inequity and Māori population need
- Understanding of contemporary approaches to mental health and wellbeing
- Clean & full drivers licence as you will be traveling in DHB cars, this role encompasses the whole of the Westcoast Karamea to Haast.
Mō mātou - About us
From July 2022 the West Coast DHB transitioned across to Health New Zealand- Te Whatu Ora. This is a great opportunity to make a difference at a time of significant change in the healthcare sector.
Te Tai o Poutini West Coast are proud of how we do things around here. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one.
We are passionate about attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people to become part of our team.
Ngā hua - Benefits
Being part of the Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, you will enjoy a fantastic benefits scheme, the opportunity for flexible working arrangements and ongoing focus on your career development.
Tono ināianei - Apply Now
Applications are only accepted online so please visit our website www.cdhbcareers.co.nz - complete an application.
Enquiries: Kerri McCarthy - Recruitment Specialist - - Kerri.McCarthy2@cdhb.health.nz