Reg Health Professional-School Based Mental Health

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Registered Health Professional - Tīhore Mai I Uta Tīhore Mai I Tai (TMIUTMIT) – Early Intervention school-based mental health service

(Under the funding umbrella of Waiariki Mana Ake)

Based within the North-Western Tauranga Bay of Plenty School Cluster

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

Tihore Mai I Uta Tihore Mai I Tai school-based mental health service is an innovative approach to providing accessible mental health services to tamariki and whānau in Years 1-8 in schools/kura across the Bay of Plenty. 

The team is made up of registered mental health professionals and support workers who deliver individual, whānau and group-based interventions within schools/kura (a group of schools usually in a geographical area, working together). 

This role will work with the schools North-West of Tauranga (from Te Puna through to Katikati) within its Learning Support Delivery model to ensure that tamariki with mental health and wellbeing needs are identified, and interventions are put into place to support their emotional and mental health resilience from a whānau perspective. 

So, if you are passionate about providing mental health early intervention and prevention to tamariki in Years 1-8, and you are innovative and creative and comfortable with working primarily in a schools-based setting then we want to hear from you. 

Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi and MICAMHS have made a commitment to evidence-based practice.

This is a permanent, fulltime position but the FTE is negotiable for the right candidate. Please see the job description attached. 

He Kōrero mōu - About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced Child & Adolescent Registered Mental Health Professional or registered counsellor ideally with knowledge of the needs of the communities of the North-Western Bay of Plenty School Cluster and the competency to work effectively within diverse communities. Relevant skills in individual, whanau and group work are essential.

Mō Tātou – About Us

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki.  Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• Access to ongoing in-house professional development
• Relocation assistance available for international candidates
• Commitment to staff wellness and healthy working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership
• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.  If you wish to discuss the role please contact Fiona Putty by email Fiona.putty@bopdhb.govt.nz

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.