Based in Kaikohe in the Mid NorthPermanent, full time roleHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleWe are looking for a Registered Health Clinician to join our supportive Mental Health and Addictions services multidisciplinary team full time (40 hours per week) in Kaikohe in the mid North. This role offers opportunities that include case management, assessment, monitoring, varied group work and liaison across the health sector.About the Team/Service/LocationWe provide a full range of mental health and alcohol and drug services including assessment, group therapy, family/whanau and individual interventions. We work with both the person and their family to achieve the best possible results.About YouOur ideal applicant needs:To possess a willingness to professionally develop and be a positive team member.To be a qualified health professional with a current registration such as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker or be eligible for DAPAANZ registration.Demonstrated experience working in the alcohol and drug field and/or have a recognised qualification in alcohol and drug studies.Be skilled in assessing and treating people experiencing co-existing disorders.Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrate a passion for working alongside people and their whanau with a diverse and flexible approach.Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.Experience in projects/initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and InclusionWe 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.How to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 12 December 2024. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera at ****** note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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