Mental Health Clinical Team Member
Through integrationand collaboration, we're building a health systemunderpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, andexcellence. About the Role Our principles: Local Adult Specialist Mental Health andAddiction ServicePrinciple 1: Grounded in Te Tiriti ō Waitangi| Whakapapa ki Te Tiriti ō Waitangi Principle 2: Informed by peers and those withlived experience | Ka whakamōhio e nga hoa me te hunga whai wheako ora Principle 3: A welcoming, person andwhānau-led approach | He huarahi manaaki, tāngata me te whānau Principle 4: Timely access to services in thecommunity | Te whai waahi ki nga ratonga i roto ite hapori Principle 5: A strengths-based,trauma-informed and recovery focussed approach, using advanced therapy andevidence based holistic interventions | Mā te mōhio ka whai whakaaro Our vision is for an integrated mental healthand addiction service, with a focus on local delivery across the district.Local specialist mental health and addiction care is one component of acomplete service continuum of care pathway.
This is underpinned by anintegrated whole of system approach. We are looking for a person-directed,values-driven registered nurse for the Hutt Crisis Resolution Service. The Registered Nurse (RN) role is to meet theneeds of people and whanau accessing our services using contemporary nursingcare which is safe, appropriate and effective.The care is based oncomprehensive assessment, ensures continuity, and is person/whānau centred,culturally appropriate and evidence-based. Quality improvement and patientsafety is an important part of this role. The RN will respond to the changingneeds of Te Whatu Ora, performing other tasks as required.
The RN is expectedto contribute to the implementation of District and nursing goals and values,and to promote Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Capital, Coast, Hutt Valleyand Wairarapa as a centre of excellence for nursing practiceAbout theTeam/Service Location Based at HuttValley Hospital, the Wellington Crisis Resolution Service provides 24/7 clinical,multi-disciplinary assessment, treatment, and care to tāngata whaiora andwhānau who are presenting with acute mental health crisis and need intensivesupport across the Hutt Valley locality.
About you We are lookingfor the following experience and professional requirements:Registered mentalhealth professional with a current Annual Practising Certificate.Working in a waythat aligns with the values and service delivery model of the Local AdultSpecialist Mental Health and Addiction Service including a commitment to TeTiriti ō Waitangi and ensuring equitable outcomes for priority populations.At least 5-7years' experience working in a clinical mental health setting, ideally in acrisis service or community mental health and addiction team.Provenexperience in managing teams through change, both planned and unanticipated.
FullDriver's License and ability to consent to full Police Vetting Check.Working at HealthNew Zealand Health NewZealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.We are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people ofAotearoa/New Zealand.Our people are at the heart ofeverything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers andhonouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversityand welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages,ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability.
A workforce that is diverseand inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service ourcommunity. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus onMāori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply Please note this role is open only to currentstaff of Health NZ.
Please do not apply if you are not currently employed byHealth NZTo apply please click 'apply now.'All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.Ifyou have any questions about the role, please contact Marianne.Lovgren@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe willreview applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment processbefore the closing date of this advertisement.