Contract: 12 months fixed-term, full-time
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
This is a front-line position, primarily responsible for ensuring security requirements of the unit are maintained. You will provide vital administrative support that enables team members to provide a safe, quality service, and ensure health professionals receive information they need in a timely manner. You will be situated at the main reception area and ensure that timely entry for staff & visitors is also maintained.
The full salary range for this position is $66,611 - $75,628.
About the Team
This position is located in the Regional arm of Te Korowai Whariki which includes the Central Regional Forensic Mental Health service. We operate as the interface between Mental Health Services and the Justice System and work within prisons, courts, community and inpatient settings.
We are a multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists and other medical staff, psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers and administration staff. Our focus is on assessment and treatment for those who are admitted through the courts or prisons.
About you
We are looking for the following:
- Well-developed written and oral skills - the ability to communicate ideas in writing and verbally
- The ability to make good decisions under pressure and to handle a range of competing pressures at one time
- Experience in public or community relations or events management
- Experience in a corporate environment with exposure in dealing with stakeholder and customer relations
- Can be trusted implicitly with confidential information
Experience in working in the health industry and an understanding of clinical governance is also advantageous but not essential.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
How to Apply
To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 10th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.
