We are seeking an Occupational Therapist for our Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) Inpatient Unit at Tauranga hospital. This is a 0.6FTE (48 hours per fortnight) fixed term position until October 2025 to cover parental leave.
Ideally you will be an enthusiastic team player with excellent interpersonal skills and an interest in working with older people. The successful applicant will be expected to have a good understanding of mental health conditions and ageing related illnesses.
This varied role will involve:
Completing functional, cognitive, and sensory assessments,
Developing the activity programme with the Occupational Therapy Assistant,
Running community group programs,
Completing one to one treatment.
The Occupational Therapist will work within the Mental Health Recovery principles and person-centred care model to enhance the quality of life.
To be considered for this role you will need to be registered with the New Zealand Occupational Therapy Board with a minimum of 2 years' experience, hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate, and a full, clean driver licence.
At Te Whatu Ora, we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is whanau orientated and supportive. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Maori, and ensures greater access, experience, and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Maori, Pacific, and Disabled People.
When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a lifetime 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 whanau 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pehea 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.
Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty's 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.
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