- Based in our Whangārei Community Mental Health General Adult team
- Permanent part-time role (0.6FTE) working 24 hours per week
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.
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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.
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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
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 21 September 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.