Mental Health Assistant - Mental Health for Older People, Dunedin

Mental Health Assistant - Mental Health for Older People Salary band - $59,024 - $74,442 p.a pro-rata and KiwiSaver Rewarding role by making a difference in people's lives 1.0 FTE/80 hours per fortnight 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 This position requires a positive attitude and strong communication skills across multiple levels. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Health New Zealand - Southern covers the largest geographical area among New Zealand regions, serving 350,000 people in diverse communities. We pride ourselves on providing quality services to improve, promote, and protect regional health. Our dedicated staff are vital to achieving these goals, and we seek more passionate individuals to join us in serving our community.About you To succeed in this role, you should have or be willing to develop: Experience or strong interest in mental health Legal working rights (no sponsorship available) Experience in health sector work or customer service (desirable) A passion for supporting older adults Warm, empathetic, and responsive demeanorComfort with computer use Working for Health New Zealand We are committed to delivering excellent healthcare and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, welcoming applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Salary range This role adheres to the PSA Collective Agreement, with pay steps from Step 1 ($59,024 p.a) to Step 5 ($57,024 p.a pro-rata) on the Mental Health Assistant Pay Scale.How to apply Please submit your application through our online careers portal by Sunday, 18 May 2025, by clicking "apply now". For questions, contact Ben Kingsbury at . Applications will be reviewed as received, and recruitment may proceed before the closing date.#J-18808-Ljbffr