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Mental Health Auxiliary Worker - Tumanako Inpatient Unit & He Manu Pae - MHAS
Mental Health Auxiliary Worker - Tumanako Inpatient Unit & He Manu Pae - MHAS
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- Based in Whangārei Mental Health and Addictions Service Tumanako Inpatient Unit & He Manu Pae Sub-Acute unit
- Permanent part-time role working 56-hours per fortnight (0.7FTE)
- Working rostered shifts
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
We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our great team as Mental Health Auxiliary Workers in the Tumanako Inpatient & He Manu Pae Sub-Acute units. You will support a patients recovery by fostering the development of skills to function independently on discharge and provide a supportive ward environment for patients.
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About the Team/Service/Location
Tumanako is a 29-bed purpose-built unit, situated on the Whangārei hospital campus, that cares for adults over the age of 18 who live in the Northland area. We have a multidisciplinary team who work closely together to create a supportive and recovery focussed environment for our tangata whai ora. We are also committed to quality improvement, staff wellbeing and working collaboratively across services.
For more information on living and working in Northland click here
About you
Our people need carers who are compassionate, have a positive outlook and who work in a culturally safe manner.
You will have a genuine interest in caring for people with acute mental health needs, have excellent interpersonal skills and can work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience is preferred though not essential as full training will be given.
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 26 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, NL-Jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.