Community Dietitian at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Taranaki, Taranaki

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki

Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – 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 Zealand’s 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 café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

For further information on our international recruitment and what we offer Click here and find out how to make a difference somewhere different.

E pā ana ki a tatou - 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

·      Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

·     Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

·     Professional development

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Whanau Pākari is a community based intervention service designed to focus on healthy lifestyles for children, young people and their families. Whanau Pākari comprises of a multi disciplinary team including a paediatrician, psychologist, healthy lifestyles coordinator, community dietitian and physical activity advisor. Clients referred to the Service are in the 4-16 year age group, but the Service encompasses the whole whanau. The programme consists of assessments that are  delivered at clients homes, or in the clinic environment and there is  the opportunity for clients to participate in group sessions which are usually located in community venues. Education is provided through group work, food preparation and physical activity opportunities.

MDT meetings are held to discuss referrals into the service, progress towards expected outcomes, and challenges. Regular operations meetings are also scheduled.

Please click here to view the job description

Moū - About you

Are you a registered Dietitian?

Do you have experience of working with children, young people, and families and/or experience of working in the community?

This is a great opportunity to work closely with colleagues in an MDT to influence lifestyle choices regarding diet and physical activity through health education, health promotion, assessment, and intervention.

The community dietitian works closely with the physical activity advisor, to complete assessments and facilitate group work. The service is available across the Taranaki region so some flexibility in work hours is required to, for example, offer group activities in Hawera. Due to the volume of referrals,  a coordinated approach to care is desirable.

This position is 0.6 FTE and fixed term to cover for parental leave, until November 2024

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

We would love to hear from you! -  Join us!

If you would like further information or if you have any queries please contact in confidence recruitment@tdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title in the subject line.

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

For further information, please contact Alison Martin on Email: alison.martin@tdhb.org.nz

Applications Close 04 October 2023

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together, we will succeed