Occupational Therapist
Occupational TherapistExpression of InterestHealth New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora WaitematāOccupational TherapyPermanent Role - 0.8FTEHealth 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 RoleWe are seeking Expressions of Interest from Occupational Therapists to join our team in Child Community Health.We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist, who has a passion for working with children and their families, to join our Community Child Health Team based at Waitakere Hospital.
Whilst the role is advertised as 0.8fte (4 days per week), there is some flexibility to offer more hours for the preferred applicant.You will be joining an experienced and highly skilled multi-disciplinary paediatric community team who are committed to innovative best practice in the context of child-focussed/family centred care that is based on the family and childs strengths and goals.We value working collaboratively to support the needs of the child and family and are seeking applications from like-minded clinicians who share our passion. About the RoleAs an Occupational Therapist in our team, you will be based in the Child Health Unit at Waitakere Hospital, from where you will connect with whanau and colleagues to plan and provide care that is provided in the home or other community setting.
You will work in partnership with the child and family to assess their needs and develop goals that bring about improvements in long-term outcomes for the child who has a disability and/or developmental disorder.You will have opportunities to grow in skill and knowledge in this role and be provided regular supervision to support your ongoing professional development.About the Team/Service/ LocationOur Community Child Health Team is made up of dedicated allied health and nursing clinicians who share a passion for supporting children and their whanau who are faced with various health and disability challenges to live their best lives at home.
Working in collaboration and in partnership with our whanau is central to our work, as is the drive to be strengths based. They are a hard-working team, that are closely connected - supporting each other on a daily basis, but who also enjoy bringing a sense of fun to their work environment.About youFor this role you will need to have:A current APC registered as a NZ occupational therapistKnowledge and experience in the areas of child development and/or childhood disabilityA passion for and ability to partner with familiesProactive learnerA full NZ drivers licensePlease click here for position descriptionWorking at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 6 March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kelly Curreen, Clinical Leader Occupational Therapy, Child Health at kelly.curreen@waitematadhb.govt.nz or 021 319 038; or Adelle Rongokea, Team Leader, Community Child Health at adelle.rongokea@waitematadhb.govt.nz.For Recruitment queries, please contact Lissa Crook at lissa.crook@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.