Allied Health Assistant / Support Worker - Mental Health | Hillmorton Hospital

Start Date – As soon as possible
Hours – 0.5 FTE (20 hours a week)
Status – Permanent
Location – Hillmorton Hospital
Requirement – Full drivers Licence
Note - Please outline in your cover letter what hours and specialty areas you can offer. Please also state if you can drive both a manual and automatic vehicle.

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

Your main purpose is to enhance the independence of consumers who are disabled by mental illness by providing assistance in areas of daily living, management and socialisation within the community.  Work will be managed in consultation with Case Managers (Multi-Disciplinary members of Clinical Team) to support the clinical and rehabilitation goals within the consumers treatment plan.

The North Adult Community Psychiatric Service at Hillmorton in the Specialty Mental Health Service provides specialist assessment and treatment to people (aged 18-65) whose everyday life is significantly affected by a mental disorder. The Service has a multi-disciplinary mental health team comprised of Psychiatric Nurses, Consultant Psychiatrist, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Social Workers and Psychologists, Registrar, and administration staff.

To be successful in this role you will have;

• A current clean drivers license - preferably able to drive both manual and automatic
• Certificate in Mental Health studies, or other training in Mental Health
• Experience in Community Mental Health delivery

Skills and Experience

• Commitment to Treaty of Waitangi and bi-cultural practice
• Ability to work within the context of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to engage in a therapeutic relationship with, and advocate for consumers

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 by Wednesday 21st January . If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa Gray -  lisa.gray2@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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