Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora TaranakiTaranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy CommunityTe Kaupapa MissionImproving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community.
We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.Taranaki - A place like no otherTaranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities.
The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks.
Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day.
For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.E pa ana ki a tatou - About usAt Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your departmentAccess to clinical training and educationUp to date facilitiesOpportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teamsProfessional developmentKorero mo te turanga - About the rolePsychosis Early Intervention ClinicianNorth Adult Community Mental Health TeamTaranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth0.9 FTE (72 hours per fortnight)Permanent PositionAre you an experienced Mental Health Clinician with acute and/or community mental health experience?
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced mental health clinician to join our North Taranaki Adult Community Mental Health team working with vulnerable adult whai ora and their whanau experiencing first episode psychosis.
Utilising a range of skills and modalities, the clinician will support the person and whanau to better understand their experience, identify signs and symptoms of psychosis, develop plans to manage symptoms and what may help to reduce or prevent relapse.We will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to:Undertake initial comprehensive assessments for whai ora referred to community mental health, particularly those with suspected psychosisUtilizing expertise to develop rapport and trust through engagement, education, advice, accessing community-based support services and negotiating treatment approachesWhen required respond to urgent needs or relapse episodes, navigating and supporting whai ora access crisis or acute response services and ensure plans are in place to exit acute response services.Contribute to developing service pathways for Psychosis Early Intervention.Mou - About youSuccessful candidates will have:Current registration with relevant registration board and annual practising certificate (Social Workers Registration Board, Nursing Council of NZ, etc).At least four years' experience in acute and/or community based mental health nursing, preferably with caseload management experience;Excellent clinical knowledge base and adept ability to provide psychoeducation for whai ora and whanau.Ability to work under pressure, be a good team player, demonstrate leadership skills and positively contribute to service delivery;Be prepared to travel across the Taranaki rohe to meet the needs of our people and have a willing, 'can do' attitude.We can offer you a welcoming and supportive environment with a team that is committed to ensuring you are successful in your role.
We will also provide a comprehensive orientation process when you start so that you become familiar not only with our service but also the wider mental health sector in Taranaki.Apply now for this role or get more information by contacting Janette Thompson.
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