Community Mental Health Nurse or Clinician iCAMHS
Community Mental Health Nurse
Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service
Mental Health & Addiction Services
Rotorua Hospital, Permanent Full time
We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team, who has a passion for working with young people aged primarily 12-18 years old. This position will have a particular focus on young people who require intensive support in various areas of their lives.
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
It is essential to have an ability to connect and build trusting relationships with a wide range of people from the community. It is preferred that the successful candidate has strong assessment and therapeutic intervention, specifically therapy skills. The successful candidate should also be able to work efficiently both independently and with other clinicians in our skilled multi-disciplinary team.
We welcome applications from experienced clinicians who can demonstrate a commitment to working with tamariki, rangatahi and their whanau.
About the Team/Service/ Location
The Rotorua iCAMHS team is based in Te Aka Mauri, the Children’s Health Hub, in the centre of the Rotorua CBD.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here
About you
Applicants must have registration, or be eligible for registration, with a NZ professional body, hold a current full clean NZ drivers licence, and meet requirements for the children’s worker safety checks.
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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 before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.
