Casual Administrator

Location:  Across the Wellington Region

Contract:  Casual - as and when required

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

We have vacancies available in our Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS) Casual Administration Team to support the day-to-day administration functions across our Inpatient Units and Community Mental Health Teams, covering sites in Wellington, Porirua, Hutt Valley and Kapiti. 

This role encompasses many different tasks, and training and support will be given to assist in the development and enhancement of skills and knowledge required. This is a casual role working on an as required basis, so days and hours will vary depending on the demand for coverage of administration duties.

This role offers the perfect blend of diverse work and flexible hours, so is a perfect opportunity for you to work in healthcare in a job that you can tailor to your lifestyle. The full salary range for this position is $66,611 - $75,628 (pro-rated).

About the Team

The MHAIDS Casual Administrators provide support across the teams within MHAIDS, which may include inpatient and community, and can be based in either Wellington, Porirua, Hutt Valley or Kapiti.

You will be joining a diverse and dynamic team, working alongside both clinical and non-clinical staff.  Your placement may have you working with other administrators, or in sole charge, with administration support.

About you 

We are seeking dynamic, motivated and skilled administrators who can multitask and be comfortable working in different locations, moving from team to team depending on the demand. Essential skills and experience we are looking for:

• You will need to be organised, adaptable and have strong communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while also working well with others in a team setting.
• Have up to date knowledge of computer packages
• A friendly disposition and willingness to learn

Previous administrative experience in a healthcare environment is ideal, but not essential.

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Thursday 5th June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact lucy.britland@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.