Occupational Therapist - Community Mental Health Unit

Occupational Therapist – Community Mental Health Unit, Central Lakes Permanent 1.0 FTE (40hrs per week) opportunity Salary: $79,014 - $110,290 (pro rata) About the role This position is suited to an experienced clinician or a motivated new graduate with a passion for mental health and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Based with the Central Lakes Mental Health Team at Dunstan Hospital, the Occupational Therapist delivers high‑quality, recovery‑focused care to adults with moderate to severe mental health needs across the Central Otago region. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, the role involves: Completing comprehensive assessments Delivering therapeutic interventions Supporting transition planning Applying best‑practice approaches aligned with the Let's Get Real framework Additional responsibilities include fulfilling the duties of a Duly Authorised Officer (DAO) and participation in an after‑hours crisis/on‑call roster, requiring resilience, adaptability, and sound clinical judgement within a supportive team environment. About you You are a self‑motivated, efficient and productive person with excellent time‑management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage a busy caseload, bringing energy, enthusiasm and a can‑do attitude. Very rarely do vacancies come up in this team, so make the most of this rare opportunity and apply today. You must hold a full clean driver’s licence and be registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand, holding a current annual practising certificate. 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 All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday 9 August2026. 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 advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr