Community Mental Health Professional

7 months ago


Christchurch, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Join our team and make a meaningful

difference in the lives of our clients
- Full-time, Permanent
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 17:00Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are a vibrant urban community mental health team
that proudly serves the southern quadrant of Christchurch. Our
multidisciplinary team is made up of a range of talented, skilled and
compassionate professionals, who work together to provide holistic care for our
tāngata whaiora. Our unwavering focus is on supporting those in our community
who are most vulnerable - individuals with serious and enduring mental illness
who require specialised care beyond primary care or NGOs. We are passionate
about utilising the diverse talents and strengths of our team to provide the
best possible care for our tāngata whaiora, with a warm and inclusive approach
that recognises and values the unique experiences of all individuals.
Ko wai koe | About You
We are seeking an enthusiastic and
experienced nurse with a strong background in mental health nursing,
particularly in adult community psychiatry, to join our multidisciplinary team
in a community mental health setting. In this role, you will be responsible for
assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of clients on your
caseload, working closely with colleagues in the Community Mental Health Team.
You will be confident and motivated to work autonomously, while also
collaborating effectively with colleagues from diverse disciplines. Your
expertise and experience will be invaluable in providing high-quality care to
our clients, and your ability to work seamlessly with other professionals will
be critical in our multidisciplinary team approach.
- 1 FTE permanent position working Monday to Friday day shiftNgā

pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
In order to be successful in this role, the

**following is required**:

- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current

APC and mental health scope
- Skills and experience in assessment and case management.
- Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Have a full New Zealand driver - s licenseMō mātou - About us
Specialist Mental Health Services are an
interdisciplinary team that forms part of Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha Canterbury. We
are committed to working and partnering with tāngata whaiora and their whānau.
Constantly striving to work within our philosophy; we develop therapeutic,
supportive and empowering relationships with our consumers, enabling them to
achieve their personal goals and aspirations.
Applications are only accepted online so please

**Enquiries**: Shannon Le Roux - Recruitment Specialist

only be performed by a person who has been vaccinated against Covid-19. It is
Covid-19. This vaccination requirement includes gaining Booster Doses required
to perform your role under the Health Order. As a person working in the health
and disability sector you will meet many people, some of whom may be
vulnerable. Without a vaccine, there is the risk that you may contract
Covid-19. The requirement to be vaccinated is to keep you safe and also
to endeavour to protect others against the potential transmission of Covid-19
as a result of you contracting it in the course of your employment.



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