Mental Health Act Facilitator

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

Mental Health Act Facilitator

Job Number:
WAI27063**
Where you'll be working:Waikato Hospital

The details:

Permanent - 80 hours per fortnight
Do you like a challenge, are highly organised, enjoy working alongside a multidisciplinary team, flexible-open to change and a desire to be in a supportive team?Not every day is the same, variety of roles within the team (rotation) working with our Mental Health teams, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Justice.

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Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
This role is a busy one, and you will need to hit the ground running.

You will undertake a variety of administrative tasks, therefore you must be an adaptable person with a willingness to embrace multitasking.

Outstanding communication skills are required and confidentiality is essential. You will also enjoy working to deadlines, and ensuring documentation is precise.

  • Key responsibilities of the role:
  • You will be part of the team who co-ordinate and support activities relating to the legislative requirements of the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 1992 and Criminal Procedures (Mentally Impaired Persons) Act 2003 for services provided for Mental Health and Addiction Services.-
  • You will be required to provide accurate and efficient operation and maintenance of the administration systems and processes that enable the service to deliver quality outcomes for its customers, in particular those activities which enable DAMHS compliance requirements related to the Act.
    Click here to view the position description.*
  • (Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora, Waikato website.)_

Mōu | About you

  • Skills and experience you'll need to be considered for the role:
  • To be successful in this role you will have competent computer skills, be willing to help those around you when required and have a pleasant disposition.-
  • It would be advantageous that you have had previous experience working within a health/mental health setting, and knowledge of the Mental Health Act would be beneficial.-
  • However, your strong multi-tasking ability and demonstration of your organisational skills as an administrative professional will be an important consideration.
    Mō tātou Ratonga | About our Service
  • As one of five facilitators, you will work as part of the Mental Health Administration team. The administration team is a large team that spans the whole of the Waikato and supports the administrative functions for all mental health services. Facilitators work alongside all disciplines to ensure the legal process is fully supported.

Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Te Whatu Ora, Waikato

  • Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller communitybased hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please
    click here.
  • As part of our Te Whatu Ora, Waikato family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
  • We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Te Whatu Ora, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
  • We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
    He whare Manawanui, He whare Koronga | A committed workspace, a workspace with purpose
  • We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
  • As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
  • Greater diversity within our Te Whatu Ora family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
    Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Closing date: 4 March 2024

  • Nau mai haere mai
  • Come join the team


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