Mid North

Achieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. Here, you can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development - all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.

Health New Zealand Northland is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Maori as Tangata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the role

Right now, we are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Registered Health Clinician to join a dynamic and friendly service in a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week based in the Mid North.

In conjunction with the Child & Adolescent Mental Health and Addictions Team, you will co-ordinate care to meet identified needs of referred children and young people within the context of family, school and peer groups.

You will be working with a multi-disciplinary team using accepted evidence-based and contemporary professional practice when working alongside whanau in the children and adolescent space; providing them with integrated, culturally safe assessment and treatment, taking account of psychosocial issues relevant to the development and wellbeing of children and adolescents within the context of their whanau.

This role offers opportunities which include case management, assessment, monitoring, varied group work and liaison across the health sector. Applicants need to possess a willingness to professionally develop and be a positive team member.

About you

• Recognised health qualification with a current registration such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work
• Annual Practising Certificate
• Current full drivers' licence
• Experience working with Maori whanau
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary mental health team
• Police Clearance

Whilst not essential, the following specifications are highly desirable.

• Experience providing psychological therapy with children, young people and families.
• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health
• Certificate/Diploma in evidenced based Therapeutic Model of Treatment
• Comfortable with the concepts and utilisation of talking therapies

A career with Health New Zealand will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development - all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AH24-227
Closes: 10 December 2024