Mental Health Assistant - Resource Unit

Permanent, full-time role (1.0 FTE), afternoon and night shiftsSalary $59,024 - $74,442 per annum pro-rata

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

As a Mental Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for :

supporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare team

patient cares, as required

ward maintenance

patient watch / supervision, with one-on-one care as required.

About us

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

You will :

be confident in providing support and assisting patients

display initiative

be patient focused at all times

be able to adapt to a changing environment

have computer literacy

be working predominately afternoon and night shifts, but you may be required to work other shifts from time to time

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the Pay Scale, between $59,024 and $74,442 p.a dependent on relevant experience.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday, 28 September 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications.

Please apply via our website.

Job details

Job Reference : HNZN01891

Location : South Island - Otago - Dunedin

Job type : Permanent Full time

Expertise : Clinical - Mental Health - Psychiatric / Mental Health Assistant

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