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Kaiatawhai - Health Liaison Worker at Nelson Marlborough Health (Nelson/Blenheim), Richmond - Health Hub

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Public Health Service

  • Exciting role supporting better health outcomes for patients and whānau
  • Permanent 0.9FTE (72 hours a fortnight) based at the Richmond Health Hub
  • Join our supportive teams making a real difference across the Top of the South 

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

The Kaiatawhai - Health Liaison worker will work with the programme support and public health nursing teams to better meet the needs of patients and whānau with high health needs. The role will focus on supporting Māori, Pasifika peoples, Asian, the socially isolated, refugees and migrants to access Immunisation, screening, oral health and other relevant services.

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

You will have experience in working with communities with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of community development principles. You will have demonstrated networks with relevant stakeholders across the Top of the South and have specific experience in working with Māori. You will have the ability to use data to inform activities and measure progress. 

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, including boosters. 

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, 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. 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 offer a very supportive working environment within a great team of people committed to improving the health of people across the Top of the South. 

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

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 Belinda Pattinson, Team Leader, Programme Support at Belinda.Pattinson@nmdhb.govt.nz.

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

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

N22-427

Applications close:Thursday 30th June (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as received.

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.

Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details

Employer: Nelson Marlborough Health (Nelson/Blenheim)
Location: Richmond - Health Hub
Position type: Permanent Part time
Category: Health
Date listed: 07-Jun-2022
Closing date: 29-Jun-2022
Reference: N22-427
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Website: https://www.nmdhb.govt.nz/

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