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Healthcare Assistant - Wahi Tautoko | Hillmorton HospitalMo te tunga - About the role Permanent full-time and part-time positions availableRotating roster (4 days on, 2 days off) - Morning, Afternoon, and Night shifts, Monday to SundayWe have an excellent opportunity for you to work in a new service within Specialist Mental Health Services (SMHS) at Hillmorton Hospital.
Wahi Tautoko is a 10-bedded service located in Building 8b. We aim to support consumers that require extended assessment or treatment following an admission to the acute inpatient service (Te Awakura) prior to discharge.
This may include:
tangata whaiora who are presenting to services for the first time that may require extended assessment and support around management of their symptoms.tangata whaiora that have an identified discharge pathway on admission – i.e. home or supported accommodation – but may require some additional assessment and upskilling to safely and successfully transition into the community.tangata whaiora who may have limited social supports and require support to increase their engagement in their local communities.The goals of the service include:
Provision of a safe and supportive environment to provide extended assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation following an admission to the adult acute service.Teaching skills to help support illness management and to support consumers to live the life they want to live.Support development of structure and meaningful routines.Salary starting from $60,100 to $70,358 per annum. Based on the NZNO Nursing and Midwifery collective agreement.
Ko wai koe - About You The role of the Healthcare Assistant offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated individual. You will find yourself working alongside tangata whaiora and their whanau, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and aspirations. You will be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team at Whai Tautoko, with strong links to the wider SMHS and the community. As part of a progressive organisation that values honesty, respect, and integrity for every individual, this multi-varied role presents you with the opportunity to work in a dynamic and rewarding health environment.
The successful candidate must be available to work all shifts (Morning, Afternoon, and Nights) across Monday to Sunday.
Previous Mental Health experience is preferred but not a barrier for the right person to work in Whai Tautoko.Excellent communication and time management skills.Confident and resilient.Strong focus on relationship-building.Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team.Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi.Ongoing training and development.When you work at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, you are part of a wider whanau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring, and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants, and businesses.
"Ko nga tangata, te matua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do" Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora leads the day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional, and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.
Here in Canterbury | Waitaha, we deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Maori are at the forefront of all our conversations.
Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore please apply directly on our career site.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work and live in New Zealand; if you do not hold the legal right to live and work in New Zealand, your application will be declined.
Position Ref: PC3169300
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