Case Manager Community Mental Health Healthcare Professional for Case Management Community Mental Health Team - Kensington Centre Timaru Fixed Term 1 FTE Covering Parental Leave Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, were building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whnau-centred care, and excellence. About the Role Right now, were looking for a Registered Health Care Professional.

(RN OT, Social Worker) with Mental Health experience to join the Community Mental Health Team ( CMHT). CMHT, provides services through a multi-disciplinary team approach, specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment for adults, who have a moderate to severe psychiatric disorder. The primary generic function of the case manager is to work alongside people to assist them in achieving their goals based on individual needs.

A sound understanding of psychiatric disorders and medications. Providing community support, interpersonal, social, recreational, vocational, and independent living status and activities of people served. About you The person in this role will need to be familiar with the many and varied needs of clients dealing with Mental Health related issues and be passionate about helping clients navigate a course towards recovery.

They will utilise their existing strengths, family &/or community supports, all while being guided by their own cultural needs, goals and aspirations. Additionally; Registered with a current APC to practice in NZ with relevant scope of practice Relevant mental health experience Experience in delivering evidence-based practice Commitment to working within the strengths-based recovery approach to case management Enjoy working in a team environment A current full drivers license is also essential. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the weaving of wellness.

We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Mori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply Please apply for this vacancy via our online careers site at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.

nz If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230. Closing Date: OPEN Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and proceed with the recruitment process and the advert will cl.