* Puna Maatai - Forensic Inpatient Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre Waikato Hospital * Permanent 80 hours per fortnight
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About the Role
We are seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to work closely with the Occupational Therapists in delivering ward-based therapeutic activities and interventions. We have a great opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic and has the ability to motivate and support our tangata whaiora to engage in activities on the acute forensic wards.
The role focuses on supporting recovery, enhancing engagement in meaningful occupations, and promoting skill development through both group programmes and individual interventions.
The OTA will actively contribute, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, to the risk management of activities and follow through wi...