Mental Health Clinician - Taupo Acute Response Team

# Mental Health Clinician - Taupo Acute Response Team at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Waikato## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Mental Health Clinician - Acute Response Team****Mental Health Crisis Team, Southern Lakes (Taupo)****Mental Health & Addiction Services, Te Whatu Ora Lakes****Permanent, Full time or Part time**We are expanding our team to provide crisis cover in Southern Lakes 24 / 7. We have opportunities for experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists or other Health Professionals with suitable acute Mental Health experience to join our Acute Response Team (ART) at the Adult Community Mental Health Team in Taupo, Southern Lakes. If you are looking to join a passionate team who places great value on putting people first, embedding Te Ao Māori in every-day practice, leading with kindness and achieving excellence together; then this may be the opportunity for you.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*** Key responsibilities are to deliver a specialist crisis intervention to tangata whaiora presenting with a mental health crisis.* The position is based in Taupo but includes service delivery in the entire Lakes area, including Rotorua.* Permanent, full or part time vacancies + Part time (0.80 FTE: 32 hrs / week) + Rostered shifts Monday to Sunday: + Rostered shifts (e.g. four on (AM/PM) / two off (pro-rata) or similar pattern) + Roster may include on-call or night shift + Appropriate penal rates and rest breaks apply **About you** You should / should have* Demonstrate safe, quality clinical practise that is evidence based and reflects best practise* Demonstrate pathophysiological and psycho-social knowledge and skills in assessment of holistic health needs, formulation of clinical opinion, planning and delivery of care, ensuring this aligns with the model of care, Te Ara Tauwhirotanga.* Within the acute care setting the focus is to work alongside tāngata whai ora and whānau (family) to achieve maximum health potential that is meaningful to them.* Ability to provide advanced assessment, formulation and management of complex nursing care in an acute community mental health care setting* Ability to engage in contemporary practice with an equity focus in order to achieve improved outcomes for Māori accessing care* You must hold an appropriate registration and be eligible to work in Mental Health, with a current APC* Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience in an acute mental health setting* Post-Graduate training in mental health will be an asset.* Former training as a Duly Authorised Officer (DAO) and excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act will be preferableHealth New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click hereClick here for Occupational Therapist Position DescriptionClick here for Registered Nurse Position DescriptionClick here for Social Worker Position DescriptionClick here for Collective Agreement (if applicable)**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 before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes || Location: | Waikato || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 08-May-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 05-Jun-2026 || Reference: | TAU02288 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz | #J-18808-Ljbffr