Wairoa - Mental Health and Addictions Practitioner

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Wairoa Health Centre, Mental Health & Addictions
• Permanent, Full-time 80 hour’s per fortnight (1 FTE)

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

Wairoa Community Mental Health & Addiction Services is currently seeking a dedicated registered professional with both experience and a passion for assisting tangata whaiora facing mental health and addiction challenges.

About the Team/Service/ Location

This role is pivotal, involving the provision of care to young people and their whanau in the rural Wairoa community who are most severely affected by mental illness and/or addiction. We provide assessment and treatment for children and adolescents with moderate to severe mental health problems our service extends to the culturally appropriate delivery of care to Maori and Pacific peoples. We are a friendly and diverse team, that embraces new team members. Work with and learn from a diverse range of health professionals in a flexible environment

Wairoa is a rural town, set against a backdrop of natural beauty that rivals any in New Zealand. Its location is central to both Hawke's Bay and Gisborne. With stunning beaches, rivers, lakes and farmland surrounding the township. For more information check the Wairoa iSite by clicking HERE to get a feel for what Wairoa has to offer.

About you

If you are a registered healthcare professional with expertise and postgraduate qualifications in mental health and addictions, we invite you to join our team. We welcome inquiries from registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and alcohol and drug clinicians.

Key qualifications for this role include,

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a small rural team.
• Exceptional assessment and intervention abilities are imperative for successful engagement with individuals and their families, fostering sustainable pathways to recovery.
• Your genuine interest in contributing to the holistic development of mental health and addiction services is essential.
• You will either be a Duly Authorised Officer (DAO), or be willing to train as one.

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 view the position description, click the links below and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Wilfrid McKerras at wilfrid.mckerras@hbdhb.govt.nz or call on 0273062699.

• Registered Nurse
• Occupational Therapist 
• Social Worker 
• Alcohol and Drug Clinician

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