Dunedin - Mental Health Care Assistant - Forensicat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern -

Salary $59,024

• $74,442 per annum pro-rataWakari Hospital1 FTE / 80 hours per fortnightPermanent vacancyHealth 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 roleForensic Ward 9A is a 15-bed medium secure unit.

• Te Whatu Ora
• Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About youIt is important that candidates are motivated, flexible, have a level of maturity about them and of course plenty of enthusiasm.

Experience working with people in a caring capacity is also essential, whether that experience is gained from within a professional environment or from caring for children or family members.Our ideal candidate will:be dynamic and friendlyhave a valid full NZ driver's licencedemonstrate a higher level of initiativebe committed to high standards of practicehave strong written and verbal communication skillsWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Salary rangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the MHA Pay Scale, between step 1 $59,024 and $74,442 p.a dependant on relevant experience.How to applyTo apply please click apply now.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.

Please apply via our website