Occupational Therapist - Te Whatu Tawera

• Central Auckland Location (Auckland City Hospital) Easily accessible via public transport
• Full time, permanent role
• Deliver high-quality, recovery-focused care and contribute to better outcomes for Tangata Whai ora

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 purpose of this role is to deliver a comprehensive occupational therapy service to Te Whetu Tawera service users, grounded in evidence-based practice and recovery-focused principles. The role prioritises meeting the needs of Tangata Whaiora while contributing to positive clinical outcomes. You will focus on developing occupational performance skills and implementing strategies to reduce barriers to participation, supporting individuals to live successfully in the community. Using occupation as a therapeutic, evidence-based approach, you will contribute to both individual and group recovery programmes. In this context, occupation encompasses all meaningful activities people engage in, including self-care, social and leisure pursuits, work, and other productive roles.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Te Whetu Tawera is the Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit for Te Toka Tumai Auckland. We serve the central Auckland population through a 60-bed unit, including a 12-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Our multidisciplinary team of skilled Psychiatrists, Nurses, and Allied Health professionals provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for adults experiencing serious mental illness and severe psychological disorders. We work collaboratively with service users, their families/whanau, and eight community mental health teams to support recovery.

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About you

As an Occupational Therapist for Te Whetu Tawera, you will meet the below minimum requirements:

Currently a New Zealand Registered Occupational Therapist

Hold a current APC

Have the relevant undergraduate qualification / degree (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy

An understanding of mental healthcare in New Zealand.

Evidence of relevant learning and commitment to on-going professional development.

A current full clean Drivers Licence

Postgraduate Mental Health qualification

You will also have the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, demonstrate a good understanding of bicultural issues and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and be responsive to fast-changing situations and priorities, remaining flexible and adaptable.

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal with an updated CV and Cover Letter. 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.