Care Manager Maori Mental Health Nelson/Tasman Mental Health

Care Manager Maori Mental Health Nelson/Tasman Mental Health at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Nelson Community Care Manager - Maori Mental Health/Community Mental Health Nelson /Tasman Region Permanent full-time position (1.0 FTE), working 80 hours per fortnight Opportunity for an RN/Occupational Therapist or Social WorkerHealth 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, we aim to rebuild a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.About the Role You will need to have up-to-date knowledge of mental health&associated issues. This role is suitable for a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker able to manage acute/crisis assessments and treatment and interventions. This is an ideal career opportunity if you value being part of a vibrant, committed, and professional team passionate about delivering positive client outcomes. No one day is the same in Acute Mental Health, and a sense of humour is essential.We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes. About the Team/Location Our Adult Community Mental Health teams provide high-quality comprehensive assessment and treatment for adults and their families living in the Nelson/Tasman region. We foster a team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines.As a Care Manager, you will work a 24/7 rotating roster responding to clients in crisis. This includes overnight on-call shifts and triaged referrals from Whakarongorau Aotearoa, Health NZ Nelson Marlborough Triage Service, and assessment of acute presentations from ED, GPs, and Police. Shifts are rostered (four days on, two days off over a 6-week cycle), with on-call duties between 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM.About You Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or a commitment to beginning your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth. Experience in projects/initiatives that implement Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, including Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, especially in healthcaresettings.You will be a mental health professional with confidence to work autonomously and resilience to manage a mixed caseload. Current knowledge of mental health and related issues; clinical experience in addictions is desirable. While experience is valued, we also prioritize attitude and a positive approach.Working for Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora embodies wellness. We are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our Equity Work Programme promotes equity-focused practices and cultural change across the system. Our people are central to everything we do. We are committed to being good employers and honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion We encourage you to showcase your authentic self in your application. Skills gained through whānau, community, or volunteering are valued alongside formal employment experience. Please share your story in your cover letter. We especially welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to Apply To view the position description and apply, please click apply now . All applications must be submitted via our online careers portal before 11:59 PM on 31st May 2025 . For questions, contact Nursing Recruitment Coordinator Lee Packer at . For role-specific information, contact Nikita Fleming, Acting Manager Operational Support, at .Note: We may review applications upon receipt and proceed with recruitment before the closing date. Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr