Crisis Worker 1FTE Perm Wairau

Crisis Worker 1FTE Perm Wairau

Rewarding role within a supportive, well established team

Seeking Registered health professionals (SW, OT, RN)

Permanent full-time position available (1.0 FTE)

Beautiful Sunny Blenheim location

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

In Marlborough, Adult Mental Health Services are delivered by an established multi-disciplinary team based at the Wairau Hospital in Blenheim. This team delivers a comprehensive clinical resource to adults affected by acute or enduring mental health conditions.

Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team - this position would be of interest to candidates with a minimum of one year's relevant mental health experience. Or experienced professionals looking to develop leadership and mentoring skills.

The team provides both a psychiatric acute assessment service and ongoing treatment for those with severe and enduring illnesses. Duties include, assessment and supervision of individuals presenting with acute mental health problems, episodic case management and delivery of behavioural health interventions. The role will require you to train as a Duly Authorised Officer and may include regular on-call and weekend work.

About the Team/Location

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 marlboroughnz.com

We value our cohesive team culture of collaborative practice and set great store by, openness, humour and respect across disciplines. We strive to engender trust and rapport with clients and their support networks.

This position will be of interest to clinicians with integrity and resilience who take pride in the work they do.

About You

You will need be an NZ Registered Psychiatric or Comprehensive Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapists with an up-to-date knowledge of mental health and associated issues. You will possess excellent social proficiency, personal resilience and professional attributes required to undertake this challenging role.

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.