Senior Occupational Therapist, Rapua Te Ao Waiora - Mental Health & Addictions
Permanent, Full Time
Based at Rapua Te Ao Waiora, Papakura
Remuneration based on the PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines
Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health delivery, serving New Zealand’s most culturally diverse population. It is this diversity that offers unique opportunities for health professionals on both a personal and professional level.
We are looking for a visionary and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist- Senior Clinician to work with us to improve equity and health outcomes for Maaori and all cultures across the three Southside Adult community mental health teams, (located in Manukau – Papakura and Franklin).
You will support high standards of clinical practice and service planning / development by providing clinical leadership within the three South Adult teams. In your role, you will also assist in developing the clinical capability of others, take a lead in setting standards, quality assurance and improvement and research activities relevant to the area of expertise.
The Senior Clinician role is a designated role that utilises advanced knowledge, clinical expertise and competencies to coordinate, deliver and support professional services in one or more specialist areas. The role is based with the Rapua Te Ao Waiora team in Papakura where the majority of the clinical mahi will occur (managing a clinical caseload). In addition, the other aspects of the role related to quality improvement, service development, and clinical leadership will span across all adult teams in the South.
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with a current annual practicing certificate and a minimum of 5 years’ postgraduate experience working as an occupational therapist in mental health and addiction services. An ability to implement culturally appropriate specialised assessment for Maaori is essential. Experience with leading and supporting quality improvement and clinical teaching and coaching would be advantageous.
We work closely with our tangata whaiora, their whaanau, non –government organisation’s, and primary care providers. We can offer you a chance to work both independently and as part of a strong quality-focussed team. You will also be provided with on-going support with clinical supervision and professional development opportunities.
Essential:
- Registration with the New Zealand Occupational Therapy Board
- Current NZ Annual Practising Certificate
- Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience working as an Occupational Therapist in Mental Health & Addictions
- Full NZ driver’s licence with no limitations
What's in it for you?
- Refund of your annual practising certificate cost
- Generous study allowance on top of mandatory training
- Flexible working, including an ability to undertake some work from home
- Highly supportive and learning team environment
- Discounted services as part of our work perks
Please apply online at www.countieshealthjobs.com. To review the position description please click here. For more information on this role, please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on 09 276 0044 ext 58680 or amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.
Job Number: CMH202514364
Applications Close: 30 January 2025
