Senior Occupational Therapist - He Puna Waiora Inpatient Unit
Senior Occupational Therapist - He Puna Waiora, Inpatient Unit | Adult Mental Health
- Permanent Full-time position
- Monday to Friday
- Based on the North Shore Hospital
About us
He Puna Waiora meaning "a pool of wellness" is a 40 bed Adult Acute Inpatient Unit designed to provide a high level of flexibility in the use of acute beds. There are a number of sensory & comfort rooms with multiple lounges, relaxation and programme spaces for service users.
We have an exciting and rewarding role in this facility where you will enjoy practising a holistic approach, relish new innovative ways of treating and caring for service users and working proactively to reduce the need for seclusion and restraint.
About the role
We are looking for a motivated experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take their next career step into the Senior Occupational Therapy role for Adult Inpatient Mental Health Service. This leadership role will represent Occupational Therapists within the service and maintain strong links to their profession.
The successful applicant will be an effective communicator between the management team and clinicians, you will be required to assist in recruitment, performance reviews and to coordinate professional development opportunities for staff and support Occupational Therapists in the service
There will be opportunities for your own leadership skill development as well as supporting the development of others within the profession.
The role will require input into various projects, drawing on your extensive clinical knowledge and experience to ensure that the voice of Occupational Therapists is heard at all levels.
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About you
We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist who :
- Registered Occupational Therapist with current APC
- Has previous leadership experience
Has at least 5+ years clinical experience in Mental Health
- Is prepared to cover Waiatarau inpatient unit when required
- Has post graduate diploma or currently working towards a post graduate qualification
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
How to apply
If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online through our careers website at Health NZ careers quoting reference number WDHB19635
For more information about these vacancies, please contact Binphin Pallai, Acting Charge Nurse Manager on 021 813 425
For more information about our recruitment process, please contact Abigail Sana Matic from Recruitment via email
Position Number: WDHB19635
Closing Date: 11 September 2025