Tu Mataara Court Liaison & Te Ara Kaupare – Waikato

Court Liaison, Assessment and Treatment

Looking for experienced Registered Clinicians including Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses, Psychologists and Occupational Therapists

We are looking to add to our current court liaison service to work alongside pakeke l adult appearing before the Judiciary, and rangatahi | youth and their whanau to make meaningful differences in their lives and communities. 

Based in Hamilton, you will work in a multi-disciplinary team in a wide variety of settings.

If you are an experienced New Zealand Registered Clinician (Social Worker, Nurse, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, AOD Clinician) and are interested in working with pakeke l adult or rangatahi | youth who have complex social and mental health needs this may be the opportunity for you.

This role requires outstanding communication skills, as well as a supportive, respectful, and conscientious manner.  You will be working within a multi-disciplinary team in court liaison progressing mental health assessments and triaging through to treatment.   

Ngaa puumanawatanga oou – What you will bring

• The ability to establish sound, trusting relationships with those we support in the court process

• Genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those appearing before the Judiciary

• Current registration as a health practitioner registered with the relevant responsible authority

• Previous mental health experience

• Ability to work collaboratively 

• Experience working independently, assuming accountability and responsibility for your actions, making critical decisions in challenging and complex situations

• Clean Full Drivers Licence

Noou te rourou – Benefits

• A competitive salary range depending on skills, knowledge, and experience

• We offer insight into Te Ao Maaori and Kaupapa Maaori approaches to Hauora and wellbeing

• Close mentoring and supervision from experienced clinicians and managers

• Supported professional development 

• Opportunities for cultural enrichment

• Access to Kaupapa pool vehicles when needed

Moo maatou – Our Organisation

We believe having a diverse workforce allows us to best support individuals and their whanau.  The ability to speak Te Reo Maaori is not a prerequisite.  However, if you have a desire to understand and support Tikanga Maaori and are open to learning, this role will offer you an opportunity to grow within a Kaupapa Maaori environment.

Tuuhono mai – Join us

If you are interested, please apply now or send your Cover Letter and CV to [email protected]