Associate Clinical Manager - Crisis Resolution

CGR Services; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canterbury is seeking a dedicated Associate Clinical Manager to support mental health services. The role demands strong clinical leadership and at least 5 years of mental health experience. You will foster staff development and ensure high standards of care. This is a permanent full-time position with various shift patterns, emphasizing compassionate care for consumers and their families.

Qualifications

• Must have current APC and Mental Health Scope of Practice.
• Minimum 5 years of mental health experience required.
• Certification as a Duly Authorized Officer for the Mental Health Act is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive environment for staff development.
• Provide high-level clinical care focused on consumers.
• Work alongside the Clinical Manager for operational aspects.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Effective communication

Positive relationship-building skills

Ability to provide high-quality professional practice

Collaborative working

Strong clinical leadership

Education

Registered Health Professional (Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker)

Job description

Hillmorton Hospital Campus

Permanent full-time opportunity (0.94FTE)

Utilise your leadership ability and strong clinical experience

Work within an innovative multidisciplinary team

You will be a Registered Nurse or Registered Allied Health Professional with a current Annual Practising Certificate and Mental Health Scope of Practice.

About the Team

As part of Waitaha Canterbury Specialist Mental Health Services, the Crisis Resolution Community Mental Health team provides urgent and acute mental health care through a 24/7 service, offering assessment, treatment, and support to individuals experiencing psychiatric crises.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Registered Health Professional (Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker) to join us as an Associate Clinical Manager. This is a permanent full-time position (0.94FTE) with a 4x2 roster pattern, primarily day and afternoon shifts.

Skills and Experience

We seek an experienced, enthusiastic, and dynamic health professional with a drive to support the operational aspects of a busy and challenging service. Working alongside the Clinical Manager, you will foster an environment where staff are valued, providing brief episode, high-level clinical care that is compassionate and focused on consumers and whānau/families. Your proven leadership skills will enable you to develop and extend practice, support staff development, and ensure high standards of care.

• Demonstrated leadership qualities with effective communication and positive relationship-building skills at all levels;
• Ability to facilitate and provide high-quality professional practice and expert leadership within the service;
• Ability to work collaboratively with outpatient and inpatient teams and across the wider mental health system;
• Certification as a Duly Authorized Officer for the Mental Health Act is advantageous (training will be provided if not currently certified);
• Strong clinical and operational leadership skills with at least 5 years of mental health experience;
• Registered Health Professional (Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker) with current APC and Mental Health Scope of Practice.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, click - apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 1st August. For questions about the role, contact Natalie Gaunt at [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the recruitment process may proceed before the closing date.