Associate Clinical Manager - CAF South | Hillmorton Hospital
- Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
- Part-time 0.8FTE, Fixed-term position covering ACM (Waitlist Co-ordinator) Secondment until March 2027
- Clinical leadership position, requiring a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Mental Health
- You will either hold or be working towards a relevant postgraduate qualification
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
The CAF South Community Mental Health team provides assessment and treatment services for under-18-year-old consumers with major mental illnesses. The team is multi-disciplinary and serves approximately 320 consumers across the South area of Christchurch and surrounding districts. This role interfaces closely with the Nga Kākano inpatient team and other CAF services to provide care for consumers and their families/whanau.
About You
We seek an enthusiastic, experienced, dynamic Senior Registered Nurse or Allied Health professional who could see themselves leading the Child, Adolescent and Family Service, South Community Mental Health team, based at Sylvan Street, Hillmorton.
This key position works alongside the operational ACM who manages the clinical functions of the south community mental health team. This role specifically involves waitlist management, ACM duties and working clinically within a multi-disciplinary team.
Being part of the Specialist Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health Services, you will have excellent clinical skills as well as an ability to ensure operational objectives are carried out in line with the Specialist Mental Health Te Whatu Ora vision. As (0.8FTE) this position is an opportunity to work both in management and have clinical input. Ideally you will have an extensive mental health background, with experience of team management in a multidisciplinary team setting preferred.
In this role, you will:
Facilitate and provide high-quality professional practice and provide expert leadership within our service.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and ability to manage the CAF waitlist effectively.
- Support the operational ACM to coordinate the functioning of staff daily, including developing and maintaining systems to provide quality and continuity of consumer care.
- Ensuring training needs are identified and educational and development opportunities are recognised.
- Demonstrate an ability to work in an integrated and collaborative manner with our inpatient teams and across the wider mental health system.
Please refer to the position description for more information on what the role entails.
Please ensure you include a covering letter to highlight your relevant skillset and experience.
About Us
Specialist Mental Health Services is an interdisciplinary team that forms part of Te Whatu Ora—Waitaha Canterbury. We are committed to working and partnering with tāngata whaiora and their whānau. We strive to develop therapeutic, supportive, and empowering relationships with our consumers, encouraging them to work towards their personal goals and aspirations.
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, 15th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa Gray at 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.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
Fixed Term/Contract/Part Time
Job no: PC4426463
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Wednesday, 15th July