Mental Health Support Specialist

2 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Canterbury District Health Board Full time

About the Role

As a Mental Health Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in enhancing the independence of individuals with mental illness by providing assistance in daily living, management, and socialization within the community.

The North Adult Community Psychiatric Service at Hillmorton provides specialist assessment and treatment to people significantly affected by a mental disorder. The service has a multi-disciplinary team comprised of psychiatric nurses, consultant psychiatrists, occupational therapists, clinical social workers, psychologists, and administration staff.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A current clean driver's license, preferably able to drive both manual and automatic vehicles
  • Certificate in Mental Health studies or other training in Mental Health
  • Experience in Community Mental Health delivery
  • Skills and Experience in Commitment to Treaty of Waitangi and bi-cultural practice
  • Ability to work within the context of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Ability to engage in a therapeutic relationship with, and advocate for consumers

About Us

We are Canterbury District Health Board, dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, allowing us to better understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.



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