Occupational Therapist -Wilson Centre
Occupational Therapist - Permanent
Full time (1.0 - 40 hours per week)
National Child Rehabilitation Service (NCRS), Wilson Centre, Te Whatu Ora - Waitemata
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
We are looking for an experienced and passionate paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team in the National Child Rehabilitation Service (NCRS), based at the Wilson Centre. This is a permanent role working full time (1.0 FTE
About the Team/Service/ Location
the National Child Rehabilitation Service (NCRS), based at the Wilson Centre. This is a permanent role working full time (1.0 FTE)
NCRS offers a comprehensive whanau-centred rehabilitation service for tamariki and rangatahi (ages 0-16). We are the national tertiary service which provides inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation for tamariki and rangatahi with neurological, orthopaedic, spinal, complex pain and other medical conditions.
We work together with tamariki and their whanau to develop a flexible programme tailored to meet their needs. The Occupational Therapy role involves developing and delivering rehabilitation that focuses on whanau centred goals. An interdisciplinary team (IDT) approach forms part of the service's framework, so effective communication skills with key stakeholders, the IDT and whanau as well as the ability to collaborate with the necessary professionals nationally is vital in ensuring a successful rehabilitation process.
For more information on living and working in Auckland click here
About you- New Zealand registered Occupational Therapist
- 2+ years of clinical experience; paediatric and/or rehabilitation experience is beneficial
- Experience working within an interdisciplinary team
- Have excellent clinical assessment and treatment skills
- Have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Be organised and demonstrate strong time management
- Show flexibility and be able to work in a dynamic environment
Within this role you will receive:
- Support of your personal and professional objectives
- On-going best practice initiatives
- Learning opportunities to foster service development and leading quality care
- Regular personal professional supervision for support and mentoring
- Weekly in-service training
If this sounds like you then please apply online!
Please click here for position description
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 8/6/2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Carolyn Davies, Allied Health Team Manager on: carolyn.davies@waitematadhb.govt.nz or Kelly Curreen, Physiotherapy Clinical Leader Child Woman and Family on kelly.curreen@waitematadhb.govt.nz
For recruitment specific questions please contact Nisha Karipoth, Recruitment Consultant: Nisha.Karipoth@waitematadhb.govt.nzJob reference: WDHB19765
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.