Occupational Therapist - Community Mental Health

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Whangārei, Northland
Part time
5 days ago

  • Based in our Whangārei Community Mental Health General Adult team
  • Permanent part-time role (0.6FTE) working 24 hours per week
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 exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team, to provide a high quality and effective occupational therapy service which supports rehabilitation and recovery for inpatients, outpatients and community clients, promoting independence, safety, self-determination, individual and family wellbeing.


About the Team/Service/Location

The Community Mental Health service provides community-based assessment and treatment services to patients, including those presenting with alcohol and drug issues, through both community follow-up and outpatient clinics.


About you

Ideal applicants will:

  • Be registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand, with a current practising certificate
  • Have an interest in working in the mental health and addictions sector
  • Hold a current, full New Zealand driver’s licence

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

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 24 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, NL-Jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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

Job details

Job Reference:
WHA00693

Location:
North Island - Northland - Whangarei


Job type:
Permanent Part time

Expertise:
Clinical - Mental Health - Occupational Therapist


Closes:
24-Aug-2025
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