Health Care Assistant, Parental Leave Cover0.5 FTE, Gisborne

Job Description - Health Care Assistant, Parental Leave Cover 0.5 FTE (HAU02303) Vacancy No: HAU02303 Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity A position has become available for a Rehabilitation Assistant for parental leave cover, fixed-term for one year, on Rehabilitation Ward 8. If you have a passion for rehabilitation, we want to hear from you. Come and be part of a diverse interdisciplinary team working closely with our patients and their whānau to provide goal-focused, patient-centred care while encouraging independence and implementing treatment plans.Preferred candidates will have Level 3 Health and Wellbeing Certification, previous experience working in a care environment, sound oral and written communication skills, and an understanding and respect for patient confidentiality. The remuneration range for this role is $72,074 - $86,719 and is covered by the collective agreement: PSA.For more information, please contact Simmy Taitapanui, Clinical Nurse Manager, via email: Position Description | [ Insert Link ] [Copy and paste from spell-checked Word document] Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne“Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” – is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush-clad mountains, lush farmlands, significant historical landmarks, natural wonders, and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes, and a relaxed approach that creates an enviable work-life balance. Our lifestyle is about time.Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care, allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and to take a greater role intheir own health and wellbeing.Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together. W hakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best. A whi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients, their whānau/families, our community partners, and each other.K otahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more. A roha/compassion - Empathy; we care for people, and people want to be cared for by us. Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply To complete an application, please use the “apply now” link provided, which will redirect you through our online careers portal. For successful applicants, our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti is committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to have a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and to achieve equitable outcomes for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr