Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Assessment and Home Treatment Team - Short Term Care Pathway

About the Role Are you a registered mental health clinician ready to take on a dynamic and rewarding role? Join our dedicated Crisis Assessment and Home Treatment Team (CAHT) at Waikato Hospital, where we pride ourselves on working collaboratively, supporting each other, and delivering exceptional care to our community. The CAHT service provides rapid assessment, crisis intervention, and short‑term treatment for individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges. Our team works collaboratively with emergency services, whānau, and a range of community and inpatient services to ensure people in distress receive timely and effective support. Clinicians work across a variety of settings, including homes, community locations, emergency departments, and hospital wards. Key Teams Crisis Team (24/7) – includes a dedicated night nurse based in the Waikato Emergency Department. Home‑Based Treatment Team – providing community‑based care as an alternative to hospital admission. Crisis Follow‑Up Team – offering short‑term follow‑up care post‑crisis. Police Co‑Response Team – working alongside NZ Police to provide joint intervention. Emergency Department Crisis Clinician Nurse – works night shift in the Waikato Hospital ED. Work Hours and Schedule 80 hours per fortnight within a 24/7 service (Monday to Friday). Benefits Full orientation and collegial support. Access to clinical supervision and professional development. Duly authorised officer training. Extensive internal training and upskilling opportunities. Workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and whanaungatanga. About the Service Te Whatu Ora Waikato's Mental Health and Addictions Services deliver comprehensive care across the region, supporting individuals with a wide range of mental health needs from acute crises to long‑term conditions. The service is undergoing a transformation toward a culturally led, clinically underpinned model of care focused on achieving improved outcomes for tāngata whaiora and whānau. About You Demonstrated expertise in mental health assessment and risk management. Strong clinical reasoning and the ability to respond effectively under pressure. Proficiency in managing crises involving psychosis, suicidality, substance use, and distress. Confidence in developing safety plans and supporting recovery‑focused outcomes. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Cultural competence and a commitment to culturally safe practice. Current registration with NZNC, SWRB, or OTBNZ, and a valid APC. Full New Zealand driver’s licence. Diversity and Inclusion We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr