New Graduate Occupational Therapist 2026, Mental Health & Addiction Services

Full time, permanent role

New Entry to Specialist Programme (NESP) at AUT

Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

We invite qualified Occupational Therapists or those completing the degree within the last 12 months to join our New Graduate Programme, entailing enrolment in the AUT NESP for a Post Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Mental Health and Addictions) by the end of 2026.

We currently have a new graduate role available in either the Tamaki Oranga or Manukau Adult Community Mental Health teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver integrated and comprehensive mental health assessments, treatment interventions and support ...