💼 Full-Time Position

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Forensic Inpatient Puna Maatai

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New Zealand Government
📍 Waikato District, Waikato, New Zealand
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Location
Waikato District, New Zealand
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Posted
June 17, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

* Puna Maatai - Forensic Inpatient Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre Waikato Hospital * Permanent 80 hours per fortnight
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.

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...