Registered Health Professional - CMH WHakatane

Working within the Whakatāne community – 1.0FTE, 80 hours per fortnight, Permanent position. 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 An exciting opportunity exists for a Registered Health Professional within our friendly and dynamic Adult Community Mental Health and Addictions Team in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. In this role you will carry a case load of clientèle, supporting them through their recovery journey as part of, and with support from the wider team. The aim of this team is to work with referrers, health partners, families/whānau and the community to provide effective triage, assessment and management of Tangata Whaiora who are requiring our services. We work alongside Tangata Whaiora with the core values of patient‑centred care, and we achieve this with a focus on maximising health while promoting independence in the community. The focus is to deliver high‑quality care to the growing population in the Bay of Plenty. In this role you will be working both independently and as part of the multi‑disciplinary team. The successful applicant will be joining a multi‑disciplinary team of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurses, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists. As a member of Health NZ Bay of Plenty, we work alongside one another with our values underpinning our practice. This is a permanent, full‑time position. The role is based at Whakatāne Adult Community Mental Health and Addictions (ACMHAS). About you To be successful in this role you will need: A positive, friendly and professional attitude To be a Registered Health Professional (Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Registered Nurse) with current APCA minimum of two years post graduate mental health experience, ideally community based Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth Position description for Nursing background. Position description for Allied Health background. Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply Applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 17 July 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]. Please note we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr