Occupational Therapist or Diversional Therapist

1 week ago

Manawatu District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Whanganui Full time

**Diversional Therapist or Occupational Therapist**

**Health New Zealand/Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui**

**Permanent, Full time 40 Hours per week**

Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora Whanganui is committed to increase the diversity of our workforce, and actively focus on employing and building a sustainable Māori workforce which supports our pro-equity commitment.

**Ko te kaupapa | About the role**

We are looking for a Diversional or Registered Occupational Therapist to design and coordinate the delivery of a Day Services Programme at Te Awhina, the Acute mental health inpatient unit at Whanganui Hospital.

**Ko koe tēnei | About you**

Ideally you will hold the following attributes:

- If applicable - a NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) (Social and Community Services) Diversional Therapy Skills or similar is desired but not necessary
- Or current NZ registration as an Occupational Therapist with an accompanying APC
- Previous work experience as a Diversional or Recreational Therapist, or highly relevant prior experience
- Team player with good communication skills
- Have an understanding of other professional roles
- Physically fit and able to lift
- Motivated to maintain high level of knowledge and skill
- Cultural sensitivity

This position is ideal for a Diversional Therapist or Registered Occupational Therapist keen to have an impact into the lives of our tangata whaiora and their whānau. This position provides an opportunity to work as part of a supportive integrated multi-disciplinary team and establish a refreshed programme.

**Ko wai mātou | Who are we**

Our vision is He Hāpori Ora - Thriving Communities, with our mission being 'to improve health and independence through a responsive and integrated health system'. We ensure health care places people and their whānau at the centre of everything we do with and for them. We support and empower individuals and whānau to determine their own wellbeing and are committed to working in authentic partnership with other health care providers, iwi, government, social and community agencies to build strong, resilient, connected people and whānau.

Whanganui is a great little progressive city with a friendly chilled vibe. Great café culture, schools and sporting opportunities with some of the best all year-round weather in the country. The rugged west coast beaches on your doorstep allow for all year surfing, fishing or just walking for miles. Skiing and hiking on mount Ruapehu just an hour up the road, Whanganui has all your bases covered for a family friendly lifestyle.

Whanganui's reputation for having some of the best value-for-money housing in New Zealand is another big-plus for many people settling in the city. With most suburbs only 15 minutes from the central business district or Whanganui Hospital residents don't have to compromise on location to make the most of their leisure time or afford a better property.

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