Mental Health Nurse - Manawanui

• Based on the beautiful Whatua Kaimarie Marae in Point Chevalier with easy access to the Northwestern motorway and free on-street parking
• Permanent, full-time role
• Be part of our team where we share a passion in supporting our Māori tangata whai-i-te-ora clients on their recovery journey

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

We are seeking a full time, permanent Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our team. Our team comprises of both Māori and non-Māori staff, clinicians and cultural/community support workers who share a passion for supporting Māori tangata whai-i-te-ora on their recovery pathway. Manawanui’s commitment to our clients ensures healing in a holistic manner considering whanau, cultural, spiritual, physical and mental dimensions to achieve the best possible standards of cultural-clinical care.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated clinician, responsibilities include managing a caseload, supporting the clinical leadership team, ensuring appropriate review of service user care, suitable workload allocation and clinical support and guidance to clinicians. Supporting our service to meet key performance objectives is an important part of the role.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Manawanui Oranga Hinengaro is Health New Zealand’s Māori Mental Health Services operating within the Auckland metropolitan area. Our Mental Health Service for Māori aims to provide a quality mental health service to adult Māori tangata whai i te ora and their whanau. We are based in Point Chevalier in Auckland.

About you

As a Registered Mental Health Nurse, you must meet the below minimum requirements.

• Registration with the Nursing Council on NZ
• Current Practising certificate
• Current Full NZ drivers licence
• Comfortable in Te Ao Māori settings
• Computer skills including word processing
• Commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for Māori

For more information, find the position description here.

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jade Smith (Recruitment consultant) jade.smith@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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