- Crisis Worker Blenheim Marlborough
- Rewarding role within a supportive, well established team
- Seeking Registered health professionals (SW, OT, RN)
- Permanent full time position available (1.0 FTE)
- Applicants seeking part time roles will be considered.
- Beautiful Sunny Blenheim location
About the Role
In Marlborough, Adult Mental Health Services are delivered by an established multi-disciplinary team based at the Wairau Hospital in Blenheim. This team delivers a comprehensive clinical resource to Adults affected by acute or enduring mental illness.
Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team - this position would be of interest to experienced professionals looking to develop leadership mentoring skills or move into a mental health specific role, and to less experienced applicants wishing to attain greater clinical proficiency in a supported environment.
The team covers the roles of psychiatric Acute service as well as ongoing treatment for those with severe and enduring illnesses. As such Duties include Case Management, assessment and supervision of individuals presenting with acute mental health problems. The role will require you to train as a Duly Authorised Officer and depending will include regular weekend and on-call work.
About the Team/Location
Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/
We value our cohesive team culture of collaborative practice and set great store by, openness, humour and respect across disciplines. We strive to engender trust and rapport with clients and their support networks.
This position will be of interest to clinicians who with integrity who display resilience and take pride in the work they do.
About you
You will need be a Registered Psychiatric or Comprehensive Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapists with an up-to-date knowledge of mental health and associated issues. You will possess the personal resilience and professional attributes required to undertake this challenging role.
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 27.09.25. If you have any general questions please contact the nursing recruiter on Lee.Packer@tewhatuora.govt.nz or for more role specific questions please contact David Greer on David.Greer@nmdhb.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.