• Are you a registered health professional with experience in mental health?
• Are you a great people leader that can inspire others?
• Come and join a supportive and dynamic team that lives its values.

Seeking a strong people leader with mental health expertise. Ideal for experienced OTs, social workers, AOD practitioners, or registered nurses.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou 

In this role, you will receive payment for your annual practicing certificate, external professional supervision, and a comprehensive induction. Additionally, you'll have access to various training and development opportunities.

• Increased Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months of employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for your whanau
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Holiday programme assistance.

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8.30am to 5.00pm) There is some flexibility around start and end times.

The role is based in Hamilton/Kirikiriroa. Travel to meet some of our service providers in other parts of the Waikato region within working hours may be required at times.

People-focused role emphasizing your approachability, responsiveness, and caring personality. Coach and develop staff, foster positive team culture, and lead 5 directs reports, reporting to the Regional Manager.

In this role you will lead our mental health Ahikaroa Coordination team who:

• work in collaboration with residential providers and clinical teams to identify and overcome barriers to accessing supported residential services, for the people we support.
• identify on-going support needs for people in residential services to help them sustain and progress their living situation in line with their goals and aspirations.
• provide care and coordination, monitor, review and problem-solve service plans to ensure positive outcomes for the individuals being supported.

You | Mōu

• Exceptional people leader with relevant qualification in mental health and leadership.
• Confident communicator and relationship builder, quickly establishing credibility.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Systems thinker, seeking opportunities for better outcomes.
• Excellent attention to detail, proficient in report writing and record keeping.
• Knowledge of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and working with Māori.
• Requires a practicing certificate and full New Zealand driver's license.
• Leadership will empower and inspire the dedicated and passionate team.

Applications close | Rā Katinga: Friday 16th August 2024.  This role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact | Whakapā: Leonie Kaipo, Regional Manager - Waikato, on 027 551 0559 if you have any questions.

For further information, visit our website www.linkpeople.co.nz

Note: The Criminal History Check is Exempt from The Clean Slate Act. In other words, the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position. Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.

**All new appointees require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.