Posted 15 August, 2026
Occupational Therapist (Adult Mental Health)
Taranaki District Health Board
Wellington, WGN, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Occupational Therapist (Adult Mental Health) Occupational Therapist, Wairau Hospital, Permanent Part-time Make areal difference in the lives of people experiencing mental healthchallenges while supporting recovery, independence, and meaningfulparticipation in everyday life. Joina supportive multidisciplinary team where you'll have the opportunity tobuild strong therapeutic relationships and deliver recovery-focused careacross the Marlborough community. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principlesof Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system thatserves all New Zealanders. About the Role As an Occupational Therapist within Adult Mental Health, youwill work collaboratively with service users, whānau, and multidisciplinaryteams to deliver person-centred assessment, treatment, and recovery-focusedinterventions. Your role will involve supporting people with a range ofmental health needs, promoting positive healthy lifestyle choices, meaningfulengagement in daily activities, and assisting individuals to achieve theirrecovery goals within community settings. This is a permanent, part-time position working 56 hours per fortnight (0.7 FTE),Monday to Friday , 8.00AM to 4.30PM. The role is based in Blenheim at WairauHospital. Please view the position description for furtherinformation. PD currently under review. About the Team/Service/ Location Our Adult Mental Health Service provides specialistassessment, treatment, and support for adults experiencing mental healthconditions across the Marlborough region. As part of a dedicatedmultidisciplinary team, you'll work alongside Psychiatrists, Psychologists,Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and other allied healthprofessionals committed to delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care. Based in Blenheim, you'll enjoy the benefits of a relaxedlifestyle, stunning natural surroundings, world-renowned wineries, and easyaccess to outdoor recreation opportunities. For more information on living and working in Blenheim clickhere About you As an Occupational Therapist within Adult Mental Health, youwill: Holdregistration with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand and acurrent Annual Practising Certificate; Havedirect experience working in mental health settings A stronginterest in mental health practice; Demonstrateexcellent communication and relationship-building skills; Bepassionate about recovery-focused, person-centred care; Workeffectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; Holda full New Zealand driver's licence. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in NewZealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community . We welcome applications from our diverse Māori,Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: R1W26-047 Location: South Island - Nelson / Marlborough - Blenheim Job type: Expertise: Clinical - Mental Health - Occupational Therapist #J-18808-Ljbffr