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Occupational Therapist - Te WhakawhitingaNew Zealand Government • Waikato, North Island, NZ
Occupational Therapist - Te Whakawhitinga

Occupational Therapist - Te Whakawhitinga

New Zealand Government • Waikato, North Island, NZ
10 hours ago
Job description
  • Hamilton with some possible travel across the district * Permanent - 80 hours per fortnight Ahakoa ko wai Ahakoa noo whea Me whaangai ite tangata No matter who they are or where theyre from we must nurture the people 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 We are seeking a registered Occupational Therapist to provide discipline specific assessment and intervention in a community-based team, Te Whakawhitinga. Te Whakawhitinga is a co-ordinated service aligned to the Te Whatu Ora Waiora vision and underpinned by Kotahitanga. The Kotahitanga values of unity, togetherness, shared vision, working together, trust, relationships, collaboration and integrations are fundamental to the service model of Te Whakawhitinga. The service is part of Health NZ mental health and addictions services but does not exclusively limit itself to working with tangata haapori who experience mental health issues. We rather intend to meet the needs of tangata haapori / tangata whaiora across the housing continuum, who are experiencing health, social and environmental issues that could put tenancies at risk or have resulted in homelessness. We do this by being a tangata haapori / tangata whaiora led service that; * helps a person identify their goals and aspirations that will achieve mauri ora * supports access to community resources and services that will meet these goals * works in close partnership with tangata hāpori / tangata whaiora and other agencies in a transparent and coordinated way The Occupational Therapist will use their assessment skills, make occupational formulation, create and evaluate treatments, and contribute to the overall care plan goals Click here to view the position description. 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 * Hold a current annual practicing certificate. * Have the ability to work on a referral basis to enthusiastically offer discipline specific assessment and intervention to achieve good health and social outcomes for tangata haapori / tangata whaiora * Whanau centred, collaborative and partnership approach. * 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. * Have experience working in a mental health, community health or primary care setting. * Have experience working with Māori and Pasifika groups. * Possess highly developed interpersonal communication and negotiation skills including demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships with colleagues to achieve required outcomes. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59 pm on 30 September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lena Edwards at Lena.Edwards@waikatodhb.health.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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