Personal Assistant, Mental Health and Addiction Services Management Team

• Personal Assistant - Mental Health and Addictions Services 
• Fixed-term until August 2027

This role is open to internal candidates only. 

About the role

The Mental Health and Addiction Directorate are seeking to employ a personal assistant to perform general administration duties such as but not limited to calendar and meeting management (including minute taking), linking of documents, invoicing, , formatting of internal and external letter communication, management of MH SMO Continued Medical Education paperwork and some of the daily general tasks for this role. You will be working closely with the Mental Health Directorate Manager and Clinical Director while also supporting other Directorate management roles and functions within this team. 

There are a number of PA roles linked to hospital and specialist services to which Mental Health & Addiction Services are part of. This provides the opportunity for collegial support and is a key enabler for the provision of professional growth in the role.

You will need to have excellent IT skills, including Microsoft systems (e.g. word, excel, outlook). 

Confidentiality at all times is essential.

Please click here to view the job description

Mission
Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

Taranaki - A place like no other

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealands most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving caf culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

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About us

At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

Access to clinical training and education

Up to date facilities, Have a look at

Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

Professional development

About you

Being able to use your initiative and problem solve independently and act on matters that will ensure smooth day to day incoming and ongoing business is essential as is being a confident communicator for the range of staff that you will come across as well as confidence in fielding calls from members of the public/external enquires.

The days are Monday - Friday, and are office based at the Mental Health and Addiction Service at Taranaki Base Hospital. The hours are generally 8.00am - 4.30pm. 

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.

Applications Close Nov 18 2026

If you have any questions please contact sabine.ireland@tewhatuora.govt.nz