Posted 01 August, 2026
Nurse Practitioner - Community Mental Health & Addictions
New Zealand Government
Wellington, WGN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 41006f6ed7db77e6
Job Description
Permanent, full-time role working in our General Adult Community Mental Health teamBased at the recently refurbished Manaia House in WhangāreiGrow your career and enjoy the unrivalled lifestyle Northland has to offer!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 As a Nurse Practitioner you will work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary model to provide advanced clinical expertise and leadership in the provision of health care to turoro/patients. This role will provide patient-focused care and coordination that will optimise the patient journey and improve health outcomes. About the Team/Service/Location The Community Mental Health service provides community-based assessment and treatment services to people, including those presenting with alcohol and drug issues, through both community follow-up and outpatient clinics. This service also provides the crisis response for mental health, dual diagnosis and clinical rehabilitation. About you Working with a passionate, multi-disciplinary team who place great value on putting people first, you will have the standard of clinical practice and expertise necessary to effectively provide for tāngata whaiora and whānau needs within the service here in Northland. Key requirements New Zealand registered Nurse Practitioner with a current practicing certificate Experience in mental health nursing, preferably in a community setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Current full drivers licence Knowledge and/or experience working with people who have coexisting mental health and substance use problems 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. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, [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