Whangarei - Occupational Therapist, Mental Health & Addictions

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Permanent, part-time role working 32-hours per week in our Adult Kaupapa Maori Service, Te Roopu Whitiora, based in Whangarei
  • Improve health outcomes, cultural safety and quality of care for Maori

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

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide a high quality and effective occupational therapy service which supports rehabilitation and recovery for inpatients, outpatients and community clients, promoting independence, safety, self-determination, individual and family wellbeing.

About the Service/Location

We are a service committed to ongoing professional and cultural development within the parameters of the expected scope of practise for this position.

We are a close whanau that works collaboratively together and genuinely care about each other. Our sense of belonging is enhanced with a lot of laughter and humour.

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

Preferred applicants will:

  • Be registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand, with a current practising certificate
  • Have an interest in working in the mental health and addictions sector
  • Hold a current New Zealand driver's licence

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 19 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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