Mental Health Assistant | Greymouth at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, Greymouth

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Greymouth - Kahurangi Dementia Unit, Te Nikau Hospital and Health Centre, Greymouth
• Casual position to cover sick and annual leave

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

Kahurangi Dementia Unit cares for up to 20 full-time residents. They provide modern, home-like facilities for people assessed as Hospital Level dementia care needing short-term or long-term care.

In this role you will be under the direction and delegation of a Registered Nurse and be working closely with the nursing teams. This role is excellent for someone who is looking to develop their skills and grow their career in Health care. The role will be predominantly based within the Kahurangi Dementia Unit but you will be called on to assist the wider nursing teams at times as well.

You will be responsible for:

• All aspects of resident care
• Assisting the clinical team with a variety of tasks
• Ensuring that our residents have the best experience possible and engaged with meaningful activity

About you

Skills and Experience

• Kind and caring nature with 'Can do" attitude
• Excellent communication with a great sense of humour
• High levels of confidentially
• Ability to build relationships with people from all walks of life
• Previous experience in Mental Health or Dementia care or in a similar role is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development
• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora employee benefits

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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