Manager Mental Health & Addictions Services

Manager Mental Health and Addictions Services Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth Permanent, Full-time 1.0 FTE (80 hours per fortnight) About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to build a health system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. We prioritize diversity and inclusion within our workforce, understanding that these values enable us to better connect with and serve our community. About the Role We are seeking a Manager for our Mental Health and Addictions Services, who will report directly to the Group Director Operations Taranaki. This role is pivotal in providing both operational planning and leadership within our designated area of responsibility. In this position, you will oversee service delivery and the implementation of new strategies, while contributing to various projects within the service. You will be an integral part of a collaborative team, working alongside Senior Medical, Nursing, and Allied Health Leaders to support, coordinate, and monitor teams and outcomes across all services. Additionally, you will engage with relevant external stakeholders and other service providers to achieve our shared service goals, fostering open communication among all parties involved, both within and outside Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki. About the Team/Service/Location At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki, we highly value the contributions of our team members. We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive care to our patients in a supportive environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion positions us to better understand and serve our community. When you choose to work with us, we offer: - A thorough orientation and induction program to familiarize you with our organization and department - Access to ongoing clinical training and education - Modern facilities, with exciting developments such as Project Maunga, our new facilities currently under construction. More information can be found on our website. - Opportunities to participate in local projects and regional collaboration teams - Professional development initiatives For more information on living and working in Taranaki, please visit our website. About You To excel in this role, it is essential that you have: - Post-registration experience in a clinical management position, preferably within mental health and addictions - A minimum of 10 years of post-graduate qualifications and experience in leadership and/or management The successful candidate will receive extensive support through a comprehensive orientation and induction program. Strong working relationships with the Clinical Director, Associate Director of Allied Health, Associate Director of Nursing, and relevant multi-disciplinary staff will be crucial for success in this role. Working at Health New Zealand We are dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand and embrace a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. We encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in applying, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. For any inquiries about the role, please reach out to Wendy Langlands, Group Director Operations, via email. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.