Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty – Tauranga, North IslandTihore Mai I Uta Tihore Mai I Tai: School-based Early Intervention Mental Health ServiceMental Health & Addiction ServiceBased within the Otumoetai Kahui AkoEmployment Type: Permanent Full-timeHe Korero mo te turanga - About the RoleTihore Mai I Uta Tihore Mai I Tai school-based mental health service is an innovative approach to providing accessible mental health services to Tamariki and whanau in Years 1-8 in schools/kura across the Bay of Plenty.A team of registered mental health professionals deliver individual, whanau and group-based interventions within schools/kura in a Kahui Ako (a group of schools usually in a geographical area, working together).The team is now expanding to include School Based Mental Health Support Worker roles which will work alongside clinicians to deliver interventions and bridge the gap between schools/kura, whanau and community. This role may suit a person who is currently training in or already working in the education, social or health services fields in a support role.This is a permanent, full-time position and is based within the Otumoetai Kahui Ako.He Korero mou - About YouThe successful candidate will have:Experience working within schools/kura ORExperience working with children/tamariki ORExperience working with whanauKnowledge of the particular community in which the role is basedCultural competency and/or awareness of the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communitiesFlexible "whatever it takes" personality and work ethicMo Tatou – About UsSituated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty serves a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatane, Kawerau and Opotiki.Ko o tatou painga – Our BenefitsAccess to ongoing in-house professional developmentCommitment to staff wellness and healthy working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary teamSubsidised onsite hospital gym membershipFree flu vaccinationsDiscounts (with local businesses)To matou whakahaere ki te tika, te rereketanga, me te whai wahi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionAt Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whanau orientated and supportive environment.To turanga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu OraWhen you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.Me pehea te tuku tono - How to ApplyYou 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 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.Job DetailsReference: 005004449Location: TaurangaWork Type: Permanent Full TimeFTE: 1Closing Date: 16/11/2024
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