Community Case Manager - Occupational Therapist | Hillmorton Hospital

Buscojobs; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A health organization in New Zealand is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their community mental health team. The ideal candidate will have New Zealand registration as an Allied Health Professional and experience in mental health. Responsibilities include providing assessments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and developing interventions for clients. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to impact the community positively.

Qualifications

• Professional and motivated Occupational Therapist with 2+ years experience in mental health.
• Ability to manage and prioritize assessments and interventions in the community.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders including whānau and community supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessments and interventions in a community setting.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and support tāngata whaiora.
• Initiate and develop group-based interventions for Whaiora.

Skills

Risk assessment skills

Ability to build rapport

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Prioritization and triage skills

Education

New Zealand Registration as an Allied Health Professional

Job description

Community Case Manager - Occupational Therapist | Hillmorton Hospital

Only for registered members

NZD 70,000 - 90,000

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5 days ago

Community Case Manager - Occupational Therapist | Hillmorton Hospital

• Permanent, part-time opportunity, 0.8 FTE in our North Adult Community Mental Health Team
• Work closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team
• New Zealand registration with the relevant professional board and current Annual Practicing Certificate is essential

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

The North Adult Community Psychiatric Service has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with mental health experience to join their community team. North Sector provides assessment and treatment services for tāngata whaiora (consumers) experiencing mental illnesses and works closely with their whānau (family), both in the community and alongside inpatient services.

About You

We are looking for a professional and highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our team. To be successful, you will need to display a positive attitude and enthusiasm for this area of work. You will enjoy being part of a committed and diverse multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with professionals who recognize the importance of providing quality care and services to Whaiora and their whānau. You will interact with a variety of stakeholders and have the ability to effectively manage and prioritize Occupational Therapy assessments, formulations, and interventions in the community.

• You will work within a multi-disciplinary team and in collaboration with tāngata whaiora, their family/whānau, primary care, community supports, and inpatient teams.
• It is essential that you can think on your feet, triage, and prioritize tāngata whaiora’s needs appropriately and promptly.
• You will work proactively with tāngata whaiora to support their engagement with treatment and holistic supports.
• Highly developed risk assessment skills are important, as is your ability to build effective rapport with individuals who may be unwell or distressed.
• A key aspect of this role is the assessment and formulation of occupational therapy interventions, which you will undertake alongside Whaiora.
• Liaising with whānau, carers, NGOs, police, probation, and other services is part of this community-based role.
• There is an expectation to initiate, develop, and provide group-based interventions for Whaiora.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a mental health setting is preferable.
• New Zealand Registration as an Allied Health Professional with an Annual Practicing Certificate is essential

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions about the role, contact Nat Gaunt at [e-mail].

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.