Occupational Therapist - Mental Health and Addiction

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

MidCentral is entering an exciting period of innovation and transformation with a new mental health model of care: Te Mātāpuna O Te Ora , The source of welling being, and a new Acute Mental Health facility!

The Opportunity

We are seeking someone with enthusiasm, commitment and creative thinking that has the skills and vision to help grow occupational therapy, support staff and work alongside others to further develop the model of Occupational Therapy Services for our consumers in our Acute Mental Health unit. In this position, you will work with another Occupational Therapist's/Kaiwhakaora ngangahau and Assistants.

Occupational Therapy/Whakaora Ngangahau is a critical service in a new model of care focused on primary health and community rehabilitation integration to deliver positive health outcomes for patients and communities. Career development opportunities in allied health strategic leadership positions are also emerging with a clear priority to develop allied health practice within the district.

MidCentral is the major provider, funder and planner of health and disability services throughout the greater Manawatu region, including the Palmerston North Hospital.

For the right person, we are open to flexible employment arrangements for this role which could be a secondment, fixed term or on a contract basis. International relocation package will be available

Come and join us

Employing around 2500 people, MidCentral DHB can offer a meaningful career that offers challenges, opportunities to further your skills and experience, as well as personal satisfaction of contributing to public healthcare.

A major drawcard of living and working in Manawatu is its central North Island location and the great lifestyle available. Our region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living. Home ownership is achievable, rental costs are realistic and recreational activities are plentiful!

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes

How to apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal.

For more information – Please contact Maree Loynes, Recruitment Specialist (Allied Health) on 0273841708 or Email maree.loynes@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date.

We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. MidCentral actively seeks Māori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve.

Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.