Mental Health Assistant (Casual)

About the Company Hawke's Bay Hospital, part of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, is dedicated to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to creating a health system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. About the Role We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Mental Health Assistants to join our Intensive Mental Health Services team. This is a casual role that offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the mental health field. In this position, you will provide essential support to mental health patients and staff. Your responsibilities will include general housekeeping, assisting with personal care, and addressing various physical needs within our mental health service. Each day will present unique challenges and opportunities to work closely with patients who require your care and support. About the Team/Service/Location Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and committed group working in an acute mental health setting. Your contributions will directly affect the lives of individuals during vulnerable times in their mental health journeys. Hawke's Bay is not only a beautiful place to work, but it also offers an excellent work-life balance. With its sunny climate, stunning beaches, outdoor adventures, great schools, nearby mountains and skiing, exceptional food, and world-renowned wineries, it is a wonderful location to live and thrive. For more information on the benefits of living and working in Hawke's Bay, please click HERE. About You This role can be physically demanding, and we require candidates to possess a certain level of fitness and strength. Key skills and attributes we are looking for include: - Experience in a similar caregiving role - Flexibility to take on shifts on an on-call basis - A genuine passion for supporting people and the community - A commitment to helping others, particularly in the realm of mental health - A New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) or a commitment to pursue this qualification within six months of employment Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing excellent healthcare services to the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, which enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from individuals within our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, please click HERE. To apply, click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to contact Allison Kandimba via email at Allison.Kandimba@hbdhb.govt.nz. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.