Mental Health Act Officer
Health New Zealand - Lakes
Date: 1 day ago
City: Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Contract type: Full time
Job Description - Mental Health Act Officer (ROT03552)
Mental Health Act Officer
Vacancy No
ROT03552
About The Role
We are seeking a Mental Health Act (MHA) Officer who is solution-focused, has highly development office management and organisation skills to ensure smooth coordination & application of the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment & Treatment) Act for the Lakes district (Rotorua and Taupo) Mental Health & Addiction Services. The role is based at Rotorua and travel to Taupo as required.
This role offers variety and a good level of challenge while working with a range of passionate clinicians and other administrators. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment,
As a MHA Officer your focus is on ensuring compliance with implementation of the formal legal processes related to the Mental Health Act and SACAT Act. The Mental Health Act Officer works on behalf of the DAMHS and the Director of Area Addictions and is integral to ensuring the rights of tangata whai i te ora (patients) are upheld. This includes regular liaison with court officials and other legal executives.
This position forms an integral part of the overall Mental Health Management Administration Support Team, with the particular portfolio of administrative support to the Clinical Director. You will be organized, resilient and have the ability to walk alongside people wherever their journey.
About the Team/Service/ Location
The role supports all services including in-patient and community across the Rotorua and Southern Lakes Communities. At Lakes MHAS, we embrace the principles of the model of care Te Ara Tauwhirotanga - Pathways that leads us to act with kindness.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
For more information on living and working in Rotorua click here
About You
Click here for Collective Agreement (if applicable)
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How To Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.
Closing Date
: 11/Jul/25, 11:59:00 AM
Mental Health Act Officer
Vacancy No
ROT03552
- Mental Health Act (MHA) Officer – Lakes Mental Health & Addictions (Rotorua & Taupo)
- Permanent Full-time
- 1.0 FTE | 40 hours per week
About The Role
We are seeking a Mental Health Act (MHA) Officer who is solution-focused, has highly development office management and organisation skills to ensure smooth coordination & application of the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment & Treatment) Act for the Lakes district (Rotorua and Taupo) Mental Health & Addiction Services. The role is based at Rotorua and travel to Taupo as required.
This role offers variety and a good level of challenge while working with a range of passionate clinicians and other administrators. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment,
As a MHA Officer your focus is on ensuring compliance with implementation of the formal legal processes related to the Mental Health Act and SACAT Act. The Mental Health Act Officer works on behalf of the DAMHS and the Director of Area Addictions and is integral to ensuring the rights of tangata whai i te ora (patients) are upheld. This includes regular liaison with court officials and other legal executives.
This position forms an integral part of the overall Mental Health Management Administration Support Team, with the particular portfolio of administrative support to the Clinical Director. You will be organized, resilient and have the ability to walk alongside people wherever their journey.
About the Team/Service/ Location
The role supports all services including in-patient and community across the Rotorua and Southern Lakes Communities. At Lakes MHAS, we embrace the principles of the model of care Te Ara Tauwhirotanga - Pathways that leads us to act with kindness.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
For more information on living and working in Rotorua click here
About You
- Your strengths will include
- Working in a health environment with an understanding of service delivery
- Have an eye for detail, highly organised and be a ‘stickler’ for process
- Possessing knowledge of the MHA will be an advantage
- Excellent verbal and written communication and highly professional
- Strong administrative skills
- Advanced MS Office suite
- Ability to work under pressure
Click here for Collective Agreement (if applicable)
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How To Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.
Closing Date
: 11/Jul/25, 11:59:00 AM
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