Charge Nurse Manager/Team Leader - Mental Health Rural South teamat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato - - Tokoroa
About the RoleThis position is substantially based in Te Awamutu with travel to Tokoroa, Te Kuiti and Taumarunui to support team members based in those locations.You will lead a multi-disciplinary team (clinical and non-clinical roles) that provides adult mental health, community alcohol and drugs and child & adolescent mental health services.
Your leadership will foster a culture of mutual respect, safe practice and acknowledge contributions from both cultural and clinical perspectives.The role requires creativity, reliability and exceptional organisational skills as well as the ability to embrace and lead change.
Key responsibilities of the role:Lead and manage people, systems, processes and resources.Build a high performing team that upholds the culture, values, mission and vision of the service.Engage and work collaboratively with all stakeholders, particularly tāngata whaiora and whanau.Strengthen our relationships and collaboration with NGO’s and hospital based services in Taumarunui, Te Kuiti and Tokoroa.Foster a culture of openness and quality improvement, with tāngata whaiora and whānau at the centre.Encourage and lead innovation and continuous improvement as part of the way we work.
Click here to view the position description for Charge Nurse Manager or click here for Team Leader. About the ServiceMental Health and Addictions Services at Waikato District delivers a full range of specialty services across the district. We are committed to making a difference with tāngata whai ora and their whānau through working in partnership to create kotahitanga.We believe in delivering services with a strong recovery focus and a sensitivity to cultural aspects of mental health through applying the Treaty of Waitangi principles into practice About WaikatoThe Waikato region is a dynamic mix of stunning scenery and cultural richness, providing a variety of experiences for every age.
Whether you're catching epic surf, discovering breathtaking underground wonders, or immersing yourself in the magic of a famous movie landscape, there's something for everyone to enjoy. For more information on living and working in Waikato click here About youA relevant graduate and post-graduate qualification and registration with relevant professional body.Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action.Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and a willingness to learn more is essential.Have a passion for making a difference to the lives of our tāngata whaiora and whānau.Experience with community networking and managing inter-sectoral relationships/partnerships.Experience leading teams in the health sector.Display initiative and resourcefulness that will allow you to navigate the variety of challenges you could face.
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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 4 June 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact John Kanawa at John.Kanawa@waikatodhb.health.nz