Clinical Needs Assessor, Blenheim at Nelson Marlborough Health (Nelson/Blenheim), Marlborough Health Hub

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Clinical Needs Assessor, Blenheim

Health of Older People/Chronic Conditions

We are looking for someone with a clinical background (e.g. Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy)

• Permanent full-time position
• Support people to achieve their goals, retain their independence and self-reliance, and enjoy optimum quality of life wherever they live

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

Our Needs Assessment team works with people with age related or chronic conditions. Together we help identify their individual challenges, goals, and steps needed to achieve these goals, through assessment and service coordination.

You will work with our team based in the Blenheim Health Hub and you will have close working relationships with Wairau hospital, other health agencies, community services and Iwi/Maori Health providers. We will value your commitment and experience in working with people and their families to ensure that their needs are at the centre of their care. This is a permanent, full time position working 80 hours a fortnight (Monday - Friday between 8am and 5pm).

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

You will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual, ideally with experience working with individuals with health related disabilities.  You will also be a registered health professional and hold a full driver-s licence.

For the health and safety of staff and patients all NMH staff are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Nelson Marlborough Health is the main health provider for the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson and Marlborough-s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community.  We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

At Nelson Marlborough Health we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community. We do great work and we need a great team to help us deliver.

Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai?  (How do I apply?)

Keen to apply now, it-s easy. Please click apply now and fill in our online application form.

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 546 1274. Alternatively, for role specific information please contact Samantha Ehrlich, Team Leader - Health of Older People, Marlborough on Samantha.Ehrlich@nmdhb.govt.nz.

Ref: W22-093

Applications close: Sunday 15th May 2022 (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as received, so we encourage you to apply early.

Nelson Marlborough Health strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.