Mental Health Clinician - Brief Intervention

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• 0.6 FTE / permanent, part-time
• 48 hours per fortnight
• Blenheim location

• Are you a  registered and experienced Psychologist, Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with both interest and specialist skills in the provision of brief intervention strategies?
• Are you passionate about engendering in others resilience in adversity and advancing  recovery and autonomy?

Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)
Our Adult Mental Health team provides comprehensive assessment and treatment to individuals  presenting in distress attended by moderate to severe mental illness and associated psychosocial issues.

You will be joining our dynamic Multidisciplinary Acute Team working in partnership with colleagues to provide  brief,  focused interventions that are specifically directed to assist clients in acute distress progress towards recovery.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience  directly providing specialist treatment to persons presenting with mental illness and distress as well as supporting and enhancing the work of clinical colleagues.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

We are looking for a Registered Health Professional with post-registration experience in a mental health setting and up-to-date knowledge and experience in the application of  brief psychological interventions.

You will have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will be the type of person who fits into a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines. You will engender confidence, trust and rapport with clients,  their family,  whanau and wider support networks.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

 Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3,000 employees, we are Nelson - s and Marlborough - s largest employer supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. 

Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference.

We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.

Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.

For role specific information please contact David Greer - Manager - Operational Support .

Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz

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Applications close: Open until filled (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

  Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.