Diversional Therapist

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury Full time

**Ex**citing opportunity to join our team at Burwood Hospital as a Diversional Therapist**:

- ** Permanent part time position 0.75FTE (30 hours per week)**:

- ** PSA -Allied Health Assistant step 3- 6**

**Mō te tūnga **| **About the Role**

We have an opportunity for an Diversional Therapist, to join us at Burwood Hospital in our wider Older Person’s Health and Rehabilitation Service.

This role is within the Burwood Day Clinic working with people who have significant mental health related conditions and require ongoing assessment and rehabilitation. You will work closely with Occupational Therapists and be part of a wider multidisciplinary team. The position involves working under the direction of Occupational Therapists in the smooth running of the service provision and delivery of activities within the Day clinic setting.

You will bring a strong desire to be part of a team with an eagerness to be your best and be dedicated to continued learning and striving for the best patient outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to follow directions are essential to your success for delivering treatment in a rehabilitation environment. You will also have good basic computer skills.

Applicants who do not hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Social and Community Services (Level 4), must be open to completing this training as part of their suitable appointment.

**Ko wai koe | About You**

In this role, you will be responsible for:

- Following rehabilitation and treatment plans prescribed by the Occupational Therapist
- Develop and run suitable group activities to meet treatment goals
- Support wellness and participation within the Burwood day clinic programme

**Mō mātou | About Us**
- “Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi_ - _Putting people at the heart of all we do”_

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, leads the day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.

Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.

**Ngā** **hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand**

When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi/staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses.

We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you

Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand.
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