Team Leader Occupational Therapist - CDS

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing exceptional healthcare to all New Zealanders, guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are focused on building an integrated health system that prioritizes partnership, equity, sustainability, and whanau-centered care. Our organization is dedicated to creating a supportive environment for our employees and fostering a culture of excellence. About the Role We are currently seeking an Allied Health Team Leader for the Occupational Therapy Child Development Service (CDS) to cover parental leave from January 2026 to January 2027. This is a full-time position (1.0 FTE) with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. In this role, you will lead a team of 16 Occupational Therapists, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to children with developmental delays or disabilities. Your responsibilities will include daily management of the Occupational Therapy team, capacity planning, staff allocation, leave management, and providing HR guidance where necessary. You will also conduct performance management processes in collaboration with the Clinical Manager. As the Allied Health Team Leader, you will offer professional leadership and supervision, providing expert clinical advice and support to practitioners. You will manage triage of new referrals, address queries, oversee the Occupational Therapy waiting list, and maintain a clinical caseload to deliver direct services. About You We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist with a passion for paediatric health. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: - A minimum bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy - Registration with the NZ Occupational Therapy Board and a current Annual Practicing Certificate - At least 5 years of clinical experience in Paediatric Occupational Therapy - Experience in clinical teaching, supervision, and staff development - Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori, or a commitment to learning and growing in this area This role will also require you to provide direct clinical care as appropriate to the service area. Working for Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we believe in "the weaving of wellnesses." We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone in Aotearoa/New Zealand receives excellent healthcare. Our Equity Work Programme promotes a culture of equity throughout the health system, encouraging all our staff to be mindful of equity in their work. Our people are central to our mission, and we are committed to being good employers while upholding our equal employment opportunity obligations. We particularly encourage applications from diverse communities, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To view the position description and apply for this role, please visit our careers page and click on "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, September 3rd. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Alex Jay at alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz.