Case Manager, Child and Adolescent MHS at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral, Manawatu / Whanganui

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Practitioner

          (Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Registered Nurse)

• Horowhenua
• Permanent Fulltime

"Make a difference where it matters most — in young lives and bright futures."

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Step into a fast‑paced CAMHS role where you'll make a real difference for children, young people, and their whānau. You'll join a supportive, energetic team committed to excellence, bringing your clinical skills — and your sense of humour — to a service that values creativity, collaboration, and growth. If you're ready for meaningful work in a region with wild beaches, vibrant communities, and plenty of lifestyle perks, this is your next move.

About the Team/Service

You'll be joining a tight‑knit CAMHS team that's equal parts skilled, supportive, and full of creative energy. We're a mix of experienced clinicians and fresh talent, all driven by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for young people. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work — we back each other, we learn from each other, and yes, we laugh together too. It's a team that values professionalism, curiosity, and a good sense of humour, and we're excited to welcome someone who brings the same spirit

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees.  We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

About the Location

Levin is the largest town and seat of the Horowhenua District, in the Manawatu-Wanganui region of New Zealand's North Island.  Our location in the centre of the lower North Island puts us in close proximity to excellent hiking and mountain bike trails, fishing rivers and we are only a short drive from the beach. Wellington (with the buzz of our capital city), the Wairarapa and Hawke's Bay (wine growing regions), and Mt Ruapehu (ski fields) are only a couple of hours away.

Manawatū offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm., you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions: Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work-life balance is the everyday reality.

Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.

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About you

You're a registered Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, or Psychologist with experience in child and adolescent mental health, and you bring a calm, confident approach to complex clinical work. You're someone who thrives in a collaborative team, values creativity as much as clinical excellence, and isn't afraid to bring a bit of humour into the mix. Most importantly, you're passionate about supporting young people and their whānau, and you're ready to contribute your skills to a service that's striving to be the best in the CAMHS field.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please phone Bev Huttley on 0275468828

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.