Occupational Therapist
- Sunny Te Puna location
- Supportive team environment with professional development
- Permanent part time, 24 hours per week
Waipuna Hospice has a high profile in the Bay of Plenty for providing specialist community palliative care. Our geographical reach covers Waihi Beach to Paengaroa and while our focus is on hospice-at-home, we also have an established inpatient unit and we support a large community team. These services are funded through Te Whatu Ora contracts, fundraising and income from our retail charity shops.
We pride ourselves on our supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Our values are not just a set of words on a poster, we live by them and we recognise that teamwork is critical to our success as organisation. This opportunity could be your chance to be part of a progressive organisation that’s at the heart of our community!
ABOUT THE JOB
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to provide permanent part time allied health services for Waipuna Hospice patients by enhancing their quality of life and supporting family/whanau. Waipuna Hospice works alongside other allied health disciplines, including working closely with Physiotherapists.
The roster for this position is Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and is 24 hours per week.
ABOUT YOU
Our successful applicant will have:
- A New Zealand Occupational Therapist registration with current Practicing Certificate
- Clean and current driver’s license
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience post graduation
- Experience providing patient, family/whanau education
- Experience working with patients, family/whanau from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
- A patient focused attitude
- Excellent communication skills (written/verbal)
- Excellent conflict management skills
- Initiative and an ability to work independently and as a member of a team
WHAT WE OFFER
At Waipuna Hospice we are fully committed to provide ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. We pride ourselves on having a fun, friendly and supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Staff wellness is a priority for Waipuna Hospice, we provide an ongoing wellness programme and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. First impressions are important, so on starting with Waipuna you will be supported with a comprehensive orientation programme.
We offer a competitive remuneration package, discounts to local gyms, pharmacy’s and health insurance and free onsite parking.
THE WAIPUNA WAY
Our Mission: To provide the best possible specialist hospice palliative care, enhancing the quality of life for those facing end of life and bereavement.
Our Vision: To provide high quality end of life care for all
Our Values:
- Community: Supporting one another – patients, whanau, friends, volunteers and colleagues
- Advocacy: Ensuring equity of access to services for all our communities
- Respect: Upholding autonomy of each person and their community, accepting one another’s cultures and beliefs
- Empathy: Acknowledging uniqueness, supporting with dignity, respect and compassion
- Quality: Committed to continuous improvement, aligned to values and core services
COME AND JOIN US
Waipuna Hospice is committed to working with local Iwi and promoting equity and inclusivity across the organisation. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and cultures, especially from Māori and Pacific people.
Equity, diversity and inclusion is intrinsic to the values of Waipuna Hospice. We welcome people from all communities into our workforce. In your application we want to see the real you and we welcome the real you to our team if you join us.
Waipuna Hospice acknowledges and respects individual diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Share your story and become part of ours.
TO APPLY
Our application process may include interviews, job testing, reference checks and pre-employment screening. You must have current eligibility to work in New Zealand and provide evidence of this during our process. If you have what it takes and are ready to step into a dynamic team environment that’s at the heart of our community, then don’t hesitate, apply now!
Applications close 5th October 2024 or sooner if our ideal candidate is found.
