Allied Health Programme Coordinator – Adult Inpatient Group

Thank you for your interest in this position.We have received your application from Indeed, so the first step of your application is complete.To finish your application we will email you further details.Full-time positionNZ Registration and current APC is requiredMo te tunga | About the roleThis is an exciting opportunity for an allied health professional to support the opening of Building 8b (previously Tupuna) and to support the ongoing provision of a therapeutic programme across the Adult Inpatient Group (AIG).AIG encompasses our 4 acute inpatient units (Te Awakura) and our 2 extended treatment units, Wahi Oranga and the soon to open Building 8b (name to be finalised).This role will initially be based in Building 8b, a 10 bedded unit, that will support Tangata whaiora who require extended assessment or treatment following an admission to the acute inpatient service prior to discharge. Over time this role will work across all units within AIG.Ko wai koe | About YouIn this role, you will be responsible for:Supporting the opening of Building 8b by working closely alongside other key leadership positions. This will include recruitment of staff, development of relevant policies and procedures, development of a multi-disciplinary therapeutic programme and liaising with NGO's and community providers.Developing the Kaiawhina workforce within AIG and providing ongoing support.Overseeing and developing the therapeutic programme across AIG to ensure what is offered is contemporary and evidence based including providing education and support to multi-disciplinary team members.Liaising with NGO and community agencies to provide support into the therapeutic programme (as appropriate).A positive, solution focused mindsetMinimum of a Bachelor degree in the relevant professionA current Annual Practicing Certificate with the relevant professional bodyMinimum 5 years of clinical work experience within mental healthExperience with clinical teaching and supervisionExperience training and supporting the development of staff (including the Kaiawhina workforce)Experience in facilitating group workExperience in leading people and supporting change processesExceptional communication and relationship building skills across all disciplinesSpecialist Mental Health Services are an interdisciplinary team that forms part of Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha Canterbury. We are committed to working and partnering with tangata whaiora and their whanau. Constantly striving to work within our philosophy; we develop therapeutic, supportive and empowering relationships with our consumers, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.Applications are only accepted online so please visit our website at  www.cdhbcareers.co.nz  complete an application.For further information on this exciting opportunity please contact Casey Harvey, Allied Health Consultant , on ****** or on 021 742 091The email and password you entered don't match.#J-18808-Ljbffr