Mental Health Assistant - Inpatient Mental Health Unit
Mental Health Assistant - Inpatient Mental Health Unit
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Mental Health Assistant Inpatient Mental Health Unit
Salary Band $59024 - $74442 p.a prorata Kiwisaver free on site car parking
- Southland Hospital - Invercargill
- Casual and permanent vacancies
- Flexible FTE positionavailable
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 Inpatient Mental Health Unit is a purpose-built modern facility where care is provided by a multidisciplinary team with a broad background of experience. We work in close partnership with community teams allied health care professionals and local education providers to facilitate a working environment that is supportive challenging and reflects evidence of ongoing professional growth whilst meeting the needs of a diverse population with mental illness.
Our Mental Health Assistants are key members who assist and support our nursing and allied health staff to ensure an effective and efficient service in the Inpatient Mental Health Unit.
About us
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions providing services to 350000 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 you
- A positive attitude and very good communication skills be able to take direction and work well as part of team.
- Confident in providing support and assisting patients; be motivated display initiative be patient focussed at all times and be able to adapt to a changing and at times challenging environment.
- Computer literacy is essential and experience working with people in the health sector is an advantage it would also be desirable to have an understanding / knowledge of Te Reo Maori.
- We look forward to hearing from you if feel that you meet the criteria in the attached position description.
- Note you will require a full drivers license for this role. If this sounds like you apply today!
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 Mori Pacific disabled and rainbow communities.
Salary range
This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expried NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the MHA Pay Scale between $59024 and $74442 p.a dependant on relevant experience.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 25 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role please contact Ben Kingsbury
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
Employment Type
Full Time
