Mental Health Clinician

New Zealand Government Joba; Napier; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay in Napier is seeking a Mental Health Clinician (nurse, social work, occupational therapy) for Napier Health Centre. This permanent, part-time role (0.8FTE) supports tangata whaiora and whānau within a multidisciplinary team, delivering assessments and recovery plans.

The role requires registration in your discipline, a postgraduate mental health qualification (or progress towards), and strong communication skills to work with the

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with relevant registration and APC.
• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health & Addictions (or working towards).
• Recent community mental health/addiction experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive mental health & addiction assessments and interventions.
• Develop and implement individualised care and recovery plans.
• Manage a caseload in a community setting.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve best outcomes.
• Support service improvement and equitable health outcomes.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Social Worker

Occupational Therapist

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health & Addictions

Job description

# Mental Health Clinician at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay, Hawkes Bay## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Mental Health Clinician (nurse, social work, occupational therapy) Napier Health Centre*** **Permanent, part Time, 64 hours per fortnight (0.8FTE)*** **Make a real difference in your community*** **Were looking for passionate, experienced clinicians to join our Napier Community Mental Health & Addiction Service - supporting tangata whaiora and their whānau who are most impacted by mental health and addiction challenges.*** **This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a recovery - focused, multidisciplinary team where your expertise directly contributes to improved wellbeing and long - term outcomes.**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**You will work in partnership with tangata whaiora and whānau to:* Deliver comprehensive mental health & addiction assessments and interventions* Develop and implement individualised care and recovery plans* Manage a caseload within a community - based setting* Collaborate across a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to achieve best outcomes* Support service improvement, quality care, and equitable health outcomesPlease click below for the position profiles:* Registered Nurse* Occupational Therapist* Social Worker**About the Team/Service/ Location**Based at Napier Health Centre, our team provides specialist mental health and addiction services Monday to Friday, 8am5pm.We are a well-established MDT including:* Psychiatry, psychology, nursing, social work, occupational therapy* Alcohol & drug clinicians and support workers* Cultural support through Kaitakawaenga and Pōwhirinaki MāoriTogether we deliver holistic, whānau-centred care, supporting recovery and wellness in the community.For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click HERE**About you**We welcome applications from:* Registered Nurses* Social Workers* Occupational TherapistsYou will bring:* Relevant registration + current APC* Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health & Addictions (or working towards)* Recent community mental health / addiction experience* Strong communication and teamwork skills* A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable outcomesIdeally you will also:* Be a Duly Authorised Officer (DAO) or willing to train* Have experience working in complex, multidisciplinary environments**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 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 by **28th Spetember 2026.** If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dawn Tyler - [e-mail] will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay || Location: | Hawkes Bay || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 02-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 16-Oct-2026 || Reference: | NAP00110 |