Mental Health Assistant, Ward 21 Inpatient Service
Location: Palmerston North Hospital, Permanent Full Time and Casual
Why MidCentral?
Join a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking organisation committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving health outcomes for all New Zealanders.
Benefits include:
- A professional, supportive, and inclusive team environment
- Tailored wellness programmes
- An encouraging learning culture to help you grow
- A brand new, purpose-built mental health facility
- Great lifestyle options in the scenic Manawatu region
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are looking for enthusiastic Mental Health Assistants to join our Acute Care Mental Health Inpatient Unit (Ward 21).
Opportunities available:
- Casual position working on an as and when required basis (no set hours) to cover rostered, rotating duties.
- Full time position working 40 hours a week, rostered, rotating duties.
Important: Please note in your cover letter, if you are wishing to be considered for the casual position, full time position or both positions. Your application may not be considered if this is not stipulated.
About Ward 21 and the Team
This is your chance to be part of a team delivering recovery-focused, trauma-informed, and innovative mental health care in a facility that values meaningful therapeutic engagement.
We're moving into a new, purpose-built mental health facility that prioritises open, non-restrictive models of care, designed to:
- Enhance staff and service user wellbeing
- Support best-practice care
- Provide therapeutic spaces to foster recovery
About the Team/Service
Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds - the perfect blend of rural and city living.
About the Location - Why Choose Manawatu?
Manawatu is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.
It's a family- friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities
- beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks.
Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight.
We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes- Massey University and the International Pacific College.
For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here
About You
We are seeking applicants who are:
- Passionate about mental health and recovery-focused care
- Experienced in mental health support work
- NZQA Health and Wellbeing Level 3 certified (or equivalent) - preferred
- Strong communicators and critical thinkers
- Motivated, reliable, and team-focused
- Culturally responsive and consumer-focused
Join Us
If you're ready to make a real difference in mental health care and want to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz)
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.