Auahi Kore (Smoking Cessation) Quit Coach at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Marlborough Health Hub

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Wairau Community

Permanent 0.6 FTE (48 hours/fortnight) - the FTE / hours can be negotiated to more (there is flexibility).

We are passionate about delivering high-quality and culturally appropriate services for our community.

• Accredited stop smoking practitioner, or be willing to undergo training
• Background in health, counselling, addictions or social services
• Team-oriented personality with initiative, empathy and sound judgement

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

This is a permanent role (0.6 FTE) , based at the Marlborough Health Hub, supporting the delivery of the Stop Smoking Service district-wide. Working with the Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) Smokefree team, the successful applicant will provide guidance and support for people wishing to quit smoking. The role will include delivery of individual, as well as group-based support. Hauora Māori and health equity are priorities for our service.

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

You will be an accredited stop smoking practitioner, or be willing to undergo the required training. You will have a background in health, counselling, addictions, or social services as well as experience working with complex clients. You will bring motivational interviewing skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of health professionals and providers. You will demonstrate a commitment to equity and the ability to create a safe, culturally appropriate environment for change. You will act as a role model with respect to leading a healthy lifestyle, including being a non-smoker.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3000 employees, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, 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)

In this role you will be able to make a real difference to people - s lives.

Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We are a supportive and dynamic team - we value and demonstrate integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security and workplace wellness programmes.

Nelson is one of New Zealand - s top lifestyle destinations and offers an amazing variety of leisure pursuits, beaches, rivers and national parks with great opportunities for outdoor activities such as kayaking, mountain biking, tramping, skiing, golf, sailing, as well as abundant sunshine and outstanding scenery. For more information on the Nelson/Tasman region visit http://www.nelsonnz.com/

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

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.

For role specific information, please contact Shelley Shea at shelley.shea@nmdhb.govt.nz.

Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

Ref: N23-522

Applications close:  Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

Te Whatu Ora 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.