Dunedin, Hospital

• Salary scale - $72,074 - $86,719 p.a for full-time, Kiwisaver and on-site employee gym
• Part-time, fixed-term (0.5 FTE), 20 hours per week opportunity until March 2025

Mō te tūranga - About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Allied Health Assistant to join our Allied Health team at Dunedin Hospital Child Development Service. We are seeking a motivated and personable individual to work alongside Allied Health clinicians across the outpatient and community settings in supporting children, young people and their whānau with their therapy goals. The service sees children and young people aged 0-16 years of age with complex needs. The Allied health team you will be working with consists of Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational therapists.

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Mōu ake - About you

We are looking for a proactive individual with experience working with children, young people, ages 0-16 and their whānau. A positive and inclusive attitude to disability and diversity with a bicultural lens is essential. You will be physically capable as the role requires some lifting and speed to manage active children and equipment.

If you are a positive team member with willingness to learn new skills, we would love to hear from you!

To be successful in this position, you will also need to demonstrate the following:

• An outgoing and friendly manner and being comfortable interacting with clients and their whānau both in person and on the phone
• Ability to run groups and communicate with groups
• Positive team worker and a willingness to learn new skills
• Be adept at using your initiative
• Good grounding in basic computer skills
• You understand and can demonstrate clear boundaries with regards to all aspects of privacy

You will need to be adaptable and flexible allowing you to work effectively with your clients and their whānau within a changing health environment.

Mō mātou - About us

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

Now is a great time to relocate to family-friendly Southern if you are considering a move! The Southern district offers excellent amenities, first class early childhood through to tertiary education and the opportunity to have an outstanding work-life balance. Whether it is surfing or skiing, hunting or fishing; theatre, live-music or art – there is something for everyone. The stunning Catlins, Fiordland and Central Otago regions are within driving distance, offering beautiful scenery and plenty of recreational opportunities whatever your interest.

Utu whānui - Salary range

This role belongs to the DHB/PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement, non degree salary Scale – Group B and falls between Step 3 ($72,074 p.a pro rata) and Step 7 ($86,719 p.a pro rata)

Rā mōnehu - Closing date: Friday, 20 September 2024.

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei - Apply now

Pre-employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)

To apply

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/