Consultant Psychiatrist , Alcohol and Drug

About the Company Welcome to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki. Our mission is to improve, promote, protect, and care for the health and wellbeing of the people in Taranaki. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care for our community and recognize the importance of seeing the whole picture when it comes to health. As we navigate a world of constant change, we aim to support everyone working in Taranaki to achieve their best. Taranaki is a unique region of New Zealand, known for its stunning natural landscapes, including the iconic Mt Taranaki. With a variety of adventure activities available, residents can enjoy both skiing and surfing in a single day. For those seeking a more leisurely experience, Taranaki offers beautiful walking trails, art trails, festivals, and award-winning museums and galleries, along with a vibrant café culture. For more information about our international recruitment and the opportunities available, please visit our website. About the Role We are currently seeking doctors with experience or an interest in addictions to join our Mental Health and Addiction Services. There are varied full-time equivalent (FTE) positions available. The successful candidates will be part of a dedicated team of 12 psychiatrists and will receive support from a diverse range of professionals, including nursing staff, counselors, and psychologists within the Addiction service. The Taranaki District Mental Health Addiction Services provide a comprehensive range of specialist services throughout the region, including New Plymouth City and the rural lifestyle population in South Taranaki (Stratford/Hawera). Our services encompass: - Acute Services: A 23-bed inpatient unit (15 adult beds, 4 beds for Mental Health Services for Older People, and 4 beds for Intensive Psychiatric Care), Assessment and Brief Care (Crisis Team), and a Co-Response Team. - Adult Mental Health: Two community teams and additional services such as maternal mental health, eating disorders, and early intervention. - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. - Mental Health Services for Older People. - Addiction Services. Requirements We are looking for individuals who: - Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams to provide person-centered care. - Strive to enhance the development and delivery of services. - Possess excellent communication skills and can engage with diverse individuals from various backgrounds. - Collaborate with other providers, consumers, and health organizations to improve service quality and responsiveness. - Focus on achieving results and fostering positive working relationships in the workplace. If you align with our vision and values and are committed to ensuring our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us, we encourage you to apply. Benefits When you join our team, we offer: - A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organization and your department. - Access to clinical training and educational opportunities. - Modern facilities, including our new facilities currently under construction as part of Project Maunga. - Opportunities to participate in local projects and regional collaboration teams. - Support for your professional development. If you are interested in applying, please click on "Apply Online" on this page. For further information, you may reach out to Janette Thompson at Janette.Thompson@tdhb.org.nz. Applications will remain open until all positions are filled. By working together, we will succeed.