Mental Health Care Specialist

7 days ago


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

About the Role

Te Awakura, a 64-bed adult acute inpatient unit, provides 24-hour care to consumers experiencing acute mental illness. Our model of care focuses on integrated multidisciplinary teams offering excellent care in the least restrictive manner.

We are seeking an experienced Enrolled Nurse with mental health scope. As part of our progressive organisation, you will contribute essential services within a rewarding field, working with tangata whaiora who have complex mental health needs.

The goals of this service include providing a safe and supportive environment for extended assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation following an admission. We also aim to teach skills that support illness management and help consumers live their desired life.

  • Provision of a safe and supportive environment
  • Extended assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation
  • Teaching skills for illness management

Key Requirements

  • Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
  • Mental health scope
  • Ability to forge meaningful relationships
  • Treatment of others with respect, encouragement, and support
  • Adherence to Cultural Safety and the Treaty of Waitangi guidelines


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