Mental Health Assistant | Hillmorton Hospital

• Christchurch - Hillmorton Hospital, Wahi Tautoko Team
• Permanent part-time position working 37.5 hours per week
• Previous experience in mental health desirable 

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 have an excellent opportunity for you to work in a new service within Specialist Mental Health Services (SMHS) at Hillmorton Hospital.

Wāhi Tautoko is a 10-bedded service located in Building 8b. We aim to support consumers that require extended assessment or treatment following an admission to the acute inpatient service (Te Awakura) prior to discharge.

Rotating roster (2 days on, 4 days off) - Morning, Afternoon and Night shifts, Monday to Sunday.

This may include:

tāngata whaiora who are presenting to services for the first time that may require extended assessment and support around management of their symptoms.

tāngata whaiora that have an identified discharge pathway on admission – i.e. home or supported accommodation – but may require some additional assessment and upskilling to safely and successfully transition into the community.

tāngata whaiora who may have limited social supports and require support to increase their engagement in their local communities. 

The goals of the service include:

Provision of a safe and supportive environment to provide extended assessment, treatment and rehabilitation following an admission to the adult acute service.

Teaching skills to help support illness management and to support consumers to live the life they want to live.

Support development of structure and meaningful routines.

Support safe discharge into a community setting. 

About You

The role of the Healthcare Assistant offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated individual. You will find yourself working alongside tāngata whaiora and their whanau, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and aspirations. You will be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team at Whai Tautoko, with strong links to the wider SMHS and the community. As part of a progressive organisation that values honesty, respect and integrity for every individual, this multi-varied role presents you with the opportunity to work in adynamic and rewarding health environment.

The successful candidate must be available to work all shifts (Morning, Afternoon and Nights) across Monday to Sunday.

Skills and Experience

• Previous Mental Health experience is preferred but not a barrier for the right person to work in Whai Tautoko.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Confident and resilient.
• Strong focus on relationship-building.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi. 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of NewZealand. 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.

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 Lisa Gray at Lisa.Gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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