Administration Assistantat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Taranaki -
This role is often the first face to face contact someone has with our Mental Health service, as such were looking for the right person to meet and greet people experiencing mental health distress or illness along with their whānau. A genuine caring and warm personality is a must, along with patience, calm demeanour and resilience to engage with people where theyre at.This role works alongside a back-office admin assistant/typist and closely with the administration Team Leader and is also responsible for managing outpatient clinics for our Consultant Psychiatrists as well as other Community Mental Health staff among other things.Please click here to view the job description About the Team/Service/ LocationWe can offer you a welcoming and supportive environment with a team that is committed to ensuring you are successful in your role.
We will also provide a comprehensive orientation process when you start so that you become familiar not only with our service but also the wider mental health sector in Taranaki. For more information on living and working in Taranaki click hereAbout youPreferred candidates will have the following:Excellent customer services skills, communication skills under pressure and flexibility to manage difficult situations calmly and professionallyProficient IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)Experience learning and navigating IT based systems, with preferred experience in a health care settingSignificant general office based skills and experienceSound knowledge of Equity principles, a commitment to bi-culturalism and demonstrable application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.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 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 Monday 25 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tayler Everett at tayler.everett@tdhb.org.nzWe 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.