Community Mental Health Professional Greymouth

1 week ago

Greymouth, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini West Coast Full time

**West Coast - Greymouth**
- **Full time permanent position working 40 hours per week**

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.
**Are you passionate about supporting rural communities and delivering high-quality mental health care?**

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Community Mental Health Professional (CMHP) to join our dynamic team on the West Coast. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the health and wellbeing of individuals and their whānau in a beautiful and unique part of Aotearoa.

**About the Role**
As a CMHP, you will provide safe, evidence-based, and culturally appropriate mental health care in alignment with Health NZ Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai o Poutini West Coast's values. This includes:

- Managing a caseload, completing assessments, risk management, and recovery-focused treatment planning
- Providing triage, crisis intervention, and brief interventions
- Undertaking duties under the Mental Health Act as a Duly Authorised Officer (training provided if not current)
- Collaborating with service users, whānau, and interprofessional teams to support recovery and wellbeing
- Contributing to the achievement of equitable health outcomes for Māori and rural populations

**You will also be responsible for**:

- Ensuring professional, legal, and ethical standards are met
- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and data security
- Demonstrating accountability and leadership in clinical decision-making
- Supporting culturally safe and inclusive care for tangata whenua and all service users

**About you**

**Essential**:

- New Zealand Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional (e.g., Social Worker, Occupational Therapist)
- Current Annual Practising Certificate
- A relevant postgraduate qualification
- Minimum of three years' experience in mental health
- Strong understanding of cultural safety and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Full New Zealand driver's licence (manual transmission preferred)
- Competence using electronic health systems and clinical documentation platforms

**Desirable**:

- Current DAO warrant (or willingness to complete training)
- CEP (Co-Existing Problems) capability
- Experience with talking therapies or brief interventions
- Familiarity with West Coast community resources
- If a Registered Nurse, a current portfolio as part of the Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP)

**Working at Health New Zealand**

Health NZ West Coast is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide the backbone of the local economy. The town of Greymouth is central to Te Tai o Poutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Grey river.

Health NZ West Coast are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one. We are passionate about attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented people - to become part of our team.

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