Mental Health Care Assistant - Forensic Casual

Mental Health Care Assistant - Forensic Casual

Mental Health Care Assistant - Forensic

Wakari Hospital Dunedin

Casual talent pool

On site parking

Health 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

Forensic Ward 9A is a 15-bed medium secure unit, it is the inpatient unit for Otago and Southland for those persons who are in the Justice system and require assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.

As a Mental Health Care Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting our nurses and other members of the health care team
• Patient movement
• Patient cares, as required
• Stock reconciliation
• Ward maintenance
• Patient watch/supervision, with one-on-one care as required

About Us

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About You

It is important that candidates are motivated, flexible, have a level of maturity about them and of course plenty of enthusiasm. Experience working with people in a caring capacity is also essential, whether that experience is gained from within a professional environment, or from caring for children or family members.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be dynamic and friendly
• Must hold work rights as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
• Have a valid full NZ drivers licence
• Demonstrate a higher level of initiative
• Will be committed to high standards of practice
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills

Working for 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.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the MHA Pay Scale, between step 1 $28.30 and $35.69 per hour dependant on relevant experience.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 18 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact so.recruitment@tewhatuora.govt.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.