Registered Mental Health Professional-School Based

Bay of Plenty
Permanent
Full-time

17 days ago

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the RoleWe currently have two roles within our Early Intervention school-based mental health service, based with the Whakatāne Kāhui Ako. A Kāhui Ako is also known as a Community of Learning or a cluster of schools usually in a geographical area.In this role you will work with the wider team in health, community and education to ensure that tamariki with mental health and wellbeing needs are identified, and interventions are put into place to support their emotional and mental health resilience from a whānau perspective.The skilled professionals we are looking for will be passionate about providing mental health early intervention and prevention to Tamariki in Years 1 - 8. You will be innovative, creative and comfortable working primarily in a schools-based setting.While these roles will mainly be based in Whakatāne you will also provide support and services to the other two Kāhui ako in the Eastern Bay of Plenty – Putauaki and Opotiki within their Learning Support Delivery models.The successful candidates will be experienced Child & Adolescent Mental Health Professionals (Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Registered Counsellors) ideally with knowledge of the changing needs of the communities of the Eastern Bay of Plenty Kāhui ako and the competency to work effectively within diverse communities. Relevant skills in individual, whānau and group work are essential.Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi and MICAMHS have made a commitment to evidence-based practice. Please see the job description attached.This is a permanent, 0.5FTE full-time position working 40 hours per fortnight. If you are interested in this position, then we want to hear from you!Mō Tātou – About UsSituated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering 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 is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

Access to ongoing in-house professional development
Relocation assistance available for international candidates
Commitment 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 team
Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership
Free flu vaccinations
Discounts (with local businesses)

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionOur name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu OraWhen you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time 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 whānau 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Me pēhea 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. For a confidential chat about the role please contact Paula Smith onDue 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.

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