Violence Intervention Programme Coordinator at Nelson Marlborough Health (Nelson/Blenheim), Nelson Region

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Location: This is a district-wide position and can be located in Nelson or Marlborough
• Permanent, 0.9 FTE position working 72 hours per fortnight

An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join our Violence Intervention Programme, with a focus on family harm and vulnerable adults.

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

In this role, you will use your understanding of family harm and child protection in the context of the health care sector to train and support Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) staff on Family Harm and Child Protection issues. 

You will be implementing the Violence Intervention Programme (VIP) - a Ministry of Health programme - that reduces the harm from family violence by implementing an early intervention programme, identifying family harm and child protection in the health settings.

The role also involves establishing and maintaining regular contact with key community family harm intervention agencies and stakeholders to ensure collaborative management of family harm and at risk/vulnerable children.

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

Key skills/knowledge for this position include the following:

• Experience in delivering adult education.
• The ability to review and develop policies and guidelines.
• Self-motivation, the ability to prioritise time and resources and think outside the square.
• Understanding of the Tiriti O Waitangi, Whānau Ora and implications in clinical practice
• The ability to implement quality improvement practices along with knowledge of quality improvement methodology and audit is desirable.
• Computer literacy (including using Microsoft office products and MS team) and experienced in using databases and patient management systems.
• Knowledge of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and Domestic Violence Act 2018 along with other relevant legislation and its application in health settings
• The ability to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to support, influence and motivate others.

You will be a registered social worker, nurse, midwife, or other registered health professional with a current practising certificate, a full clean driver's licence and the ability to be flexible to allow district travel as required.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Nelson Marlborough Health is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson and Marlborough-s largest employer. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. 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)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxkHJ5YAn59o6SrhnA

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

We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes. 

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

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 546 1274. 

For role specific information please contact Hilary Exton, Director Allied Health at Hilary.Exton@nmdhb.govt.nz 

Keen to apply now, it-s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

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Applications close: Sunday 22 May 2022

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.