Occupational Therapist - Tumanako & Sub Acute - MHAS - Whangarei

Permanent, part-time role working 64-hours per fortnight (0.8FTE) in the Tumanako Inpatient and He Manu Pae Sub Acute units at Whangārei HospitalMaje a genuine difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges while working within a supportive multidisciplinary teamSupportive team culture with opportunities to develop specialist skills in mental health occupational therapyHealth 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 an Occupational Therapist, you will deliver high-quality, client-centred assessment and intervention within the Tumanako Inpatient and He Manu Pae Sub Acute Units. Your day will involve working closely with tangata whaiora to develop personalised plans that support recovery, independence, and successful reintegration into the community.You will participate in a multidisciplinary team environment, contributing to care planning, therapeutic programmes, and discharge planning. This role offers variety and challenge, from facilitating therapeutic groups to completing comprehensive assessments and collaborating with community services to ensure continuity of care.Click here to view the position description. About the Team/Service/ Location Our multidisciplinary mental health inpatient team in Whangārei is committed to delivering compassionate, culturally responsive care. You will work alongside experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment focused on recovery and wellbeing.For more information on living and working in Northland click here About you Current registration and practising certificate with The Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand Experience working in a mental health setting (inpatient experience is desirable) Strong communication skills and ability to build therapeutic relationships Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to culturally safe practice Ability to contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr