Creative Arts Programme Facilitator

1 month ago


Waikato, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

Where you'll be working: All mental health in-patient wards – Waikato Hospital The details: Permanent Full time – 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday In our mental health services, we believe in the transformative power of the arts to promote holistic well-being. We are seeking a creative, passionate and versatile facilitator who has experience working with a variety of artistic mediums to join our teams. Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity In this role, you will create and implement innovative arts-based programs that foster mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness. The facilitator will work across all areas of The Henry Rongomau Bennett centre, including forensic wards and our older persons ward which is located in the OPR building. Key responsibilities of the role: Plan, develop and deliver creative art activities as part of an arts programme. Collaborate with mental health professionals to integrate therapeutic elements into the programme. Work in a trauma-informed way to foster self-discovery and healing through creative expression. Utilise art as a tool to encourage community building and positive identity development for participants. Foster relationships with local artists, organizations, and community members to enhance program offerings. Engage in art projects across the service that enhance the in-patient environments and promote tangata whaiora. Maintain records of participant progress and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to measure the impact and drive program improvement. Create an inclusive, safe environment that respects and celebrates diversity. Mo tatou Ratonga | About our Service Mental Health and Addictions Services at Waikato delivers a full range of specialty services across the district. We are committed to making a difference with tangata whai ora and their whanau through working in partnership to create kotahitanga. We believe in delivering services with a strong recovery focus and a sensitivity to cultural aspects of mental health through applying the Treaty of Waitangi principles into practice. Mou | About you Skills and experience you'll need to be considered for the role: Experience in facilitating arts or recreation based projects in a mental healthcare setting. Experience working with a variety of artistic mediums including indigenous art. A demonstrated passion for making a difference to the lives of our tangata whaiora and whanau. Creativity, versatility, motivation and drive. A high level of interpersonal and communication skills. 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, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based 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. As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? 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. To matou whakahaere ki te tika, te rereketanga, me te whai wahi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply Please apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact Closing date: 17 October 2024 Nau mai haere mai - Come join the team #J-18808-Ljbffr



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