Mental Health Assistant - Acute Mental Healthat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern -
Wakari HospitalCasual vacancySalary band $28.30
- $35.69 per hour and holiday loadingFree on-site parkingHealth 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 looking for a positive and confident Mental Health Assistant to support our tight-knit team in Acute Mental Health
- Ward 9B.As a Mental Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for:supporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare teampatient movementpatient cares, as requiredstock reconciliationward maintenancepatient watch/supervision, with one-on-one care as requiredrostered shift duties (Monday through Sunday).
View position description.About usWakari Hospital provides care within a range of different settings and environments.
You'll join an expert multi-disciplinary clinical team who provide input to consumers requiring comprehensive assessment and/or treatment.The majority of consumers present with serious, complex mental health and/or intellectual disabilities.About youOur ideal applicant will:hold a full driver's licencebe confident and physically able to provide support and assist consumersbe able to adapt to a changing environmenthave strong computer literacy skillshave experience working with people in the health sector is an advantage.If you enjoy the idea of gaining valuable experience within the mental health sector and really making a difference, we would love to hear from you.Working 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 serve our community.We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Salary rangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the MHA Pay Scale, between $28.30
- $35.69 per hour, dependent on relevant experience.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday, 8 March 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.
Please apply via our website.