Occupational Therapist

3 days ago

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

**Occupational Therapist - Community Forensics**

**Job Number**:WAI28985**
- **Puawai: Midland Regional Community Forensic Psychiatric Service, 40 Clarence Street, Hamilton**:

- **Fixed term until September 2026 - 48 hour per fortnight.**:

- **This role offers part-time hours between Monday to Friday and the days of work are negotiable.**:

- **Utilise your OT specific skills in a friendly and supportive team.**

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

**About the Role**

You will be based in the Hamilton community setting, playing a key role supporting service users/ tāngata whaiora with recovery / rehabilitation opportunities to reach and maintain their wellbeing.

You will need to build relationships with other health agencies for health promotion and to foster community engagement. A typical day will see you out visiting tāngata whaiora in our community clinic, in their homes and in community settings.

Occupational therapists are involved in a wide range of activities, which include but are not limited to, completing functional assessments, occupational interests and pre-vocational/vocational opportunities. Participating in recovery / rehabilitation opportunities in groups and individually with tangata whaiora / service users.

This position will allow the successful therapist to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team consisting of occupational therapists, psychiatrists, registered nurses, social work and support workers.

Click **here** to view the position description.

**About the Team**

The Community Forensic Mental Health Service provides a community based service for tangata whaiora / service users who are reintegrating into their local community from an inpatient setting.

**About Hamilton**

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click **here**

**About you**
- Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
- A current annual practicing certificate and current full drivers licence.
- A positive and flexible attitude with a willingness to learn.
- Experience of working in collaboration as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work autonomously, as well as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous mental health inpatient and/or community experience as a clinician is essential.

**Working at Health New Zealand**

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