Case Manager Community Mental Health

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi while providing healthcare services to all New Zealanders. We believe in building a health system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, and whanau-centered care. Our goal is to deliver excellence through collaboration and integration. About the Role We are currently seeking a Registered Health Care Professional to join our Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) at the Kensington Centre in Timaru. This fixed-term position is full-time and will cover parental leave. The CMHT employs a multi-disciplinary approach to provide specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment for adults experiencing moderate to severe psychiatric disorders. As a case manager, your primary responsibility will be to work alongside individuals to help them achieve their personal goals based on their unique needs. A solid understanding of psychiatric disorders and medications is essential, as you will be providing community support and facilitating interpersonal, social, recreational, vocational, and independent living activities for those you serve. About You We are looking for someone who is familiar with the diverse needs of clients facing mental health challenges and is passionate about guiding them toward recovery. You will leverage your strengths and utilize family or community support systems, all while respecting the individual’s cultural needs, goals, and aspirations. To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications: - Current registration with an Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) in New Zealand in a relevant scope of practice - Relevant mental health experience - Experience in delivering evidence-based practices - A commitment to a strengths-based recovery approach to case management - Enjoyment of teamwork - A current full driver’s license Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we prioritize the well-being of our people. We are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare services to the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand and are committed to being good employers who honor our equal employment opportunity obligations. We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce enables us to better understand and serve our community, particularly focusing on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through our online careers site at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz. For any questions regarding the role, feel free to contact our Human Resources department at 03 687-2230. Closing Date: OPEN Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they are received and will proceed with the recruitment process until a suitable candidate is found.