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Posted 16 July, 2026

Acute Clinician Adult Community Mental Health Nelson

Nelson Marlborough Health
Nelson, NSN, NZ Full Time
Reference: b9fe5c6ff18a4842

Job Description

Acute Clinician Adult Community Mental Health Nelson Acute Clinician – Community MentalHealth Exciting opportunity for an innovative, passionate &experienced mental health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker. Permanent1FTE Nelson /TasmanRegion Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded inthe principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a healthsystem that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role Do you have up-to-date knowledge ofmental health & associated issues? This role is suitable for a RegisteredNurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker able to manage acute/crisisassessments and treatment and interventions. Whakarongorau Aotearoa, Health NZ Nelson Marlborough TriageService, and assessment of acute presentations in response to referrals fromED, GPs and Police. withrostered on call between 11.30PM to 8.00AM. About the Team/Location Our Adult Community Mental Health teamsprovide high-quality comprehensive assessment and treatment for adults andtheir families living in the Nelson/Tasman region. We enjoy a team culture ofcollaborative practice, openness, humour and respect across disciplines. Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu OraNelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfullycontribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive,and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health andwell-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to bepart of it. Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly3,000 employees, we are Nelson’s and Marlborough’s largest employer supportingthe health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. About You You will be a mental health professionalwith the confidence to work autonomously and the resilience to manage a mixedcase load. You will have current knowledge of mental health and associatedissues and addictions clinical experience is also desirable. Whilst weare looking for an experienced practitioner - we also recruit forattitude. 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 ourdiverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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