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Posted 26 July, 2026

Occupational Therapist - Porirua Community Mental Health Team

New Zealand Government
Porirua, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: c63ffc6dd0dc8390

Job Description

Location: BNZ Tower, Porirua Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (0.8 FTE),(32 hours per week) Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora isfirmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated toserving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we'rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability,whānau-centred care, and excellence. About the role The Porirua Community Mental Health Team is based in the BNZ tower in the heart of Porirua. We are looking for a registered Occupational Therapist to join our team. In this role you will be expected to work in collaboration with our MDT. We provide a variety of interventions and there is opportunity to have ongoing training and development in this role. About the Team/Service/ Location Our team is made up of several disciplines and works in a cohesive and respectful manner. We are supportive and have a wide range of experiences and specialities making up the team. We encourage ongoing learning and development of all members. About you We are looking for a motivated clinician who is willing to work as part of a team. It is important you will have have a high level of organisational skills as well as experience in risk management and formulation. Often the role calls for autonomy and a willingness to advocate for the people we work with. NZ Registered Occupational Therapist with current annual practicing certificate. Member of Occupational Therapy New Zealand - Professional Association (desirable). Full drivers licence. Working at Health New Zealand. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heartofeverything we do. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heartofeverything we do. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of Aotearoa/NewZealand. Our people are at the heartofeverything we do. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of Aotearoa/NewZealand. Our people are at the heartofeverything we do. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of Aotearoa/NewZealand. Our people are at the heartofeverything we do. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare forthe people of Aotearoa/NewZealand. Our people are at the heartofeverything we do. We embrace diversityand welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages,ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverseand inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service ourcommunity. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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