Registered Health Professional Older Persons Mental Health

About the Role As a Registered Health Professional (Social Worker or Occupational Therapist) you will play a key role in supporting older people and their whānau through their mental health and recovery journey. Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop tailored care or rehabilitation plans. Deliver interventions that promote independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. Support people living with dementia in both community and residential care settings. Work collaboratively with whānau, carers, and other providers to improve outcomes. Contribute to meaningful, person‑centred goals through therapeutic engagement and rehabilitation. Provide care coordination and support functional rehabilitation and environmental adaptations. Work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and integrated care. About you Relevant qualification in Social Work or Occupational Therapy with current NZ registration and APC. Experience in mental health, ideally in community or older persons services. Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and intervention planning skills. Confidence working within a multidisciplinary team and building effective relationships. Full NZ driver’s licence. Commitment to culturally safe and equitable practice. About the Team / Service / Location You will be part of a highly supportive, experienced, and collaborative multidisciplinary team that values each member’s contribution. The team works closely together, encourages professional growth, and fosters a positive and inclusive working environment. Our Older Persons Mental Health service is dedicated to delivering holistic, culturally safe, and person‑centred care across Hawkes Bay. Why Join Us? Work within a genuinely supportive and encouraging team. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and their whānau. Diverse and rewarding work across community and residential settings. Opportunities for professional development and growth. Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve; we welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr