Suicide Prevention Coordinator at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Nelson Hospital

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (Nelson Marlborough) formerly NMDHB

• 0.5 FTE / permanent
• Richmond, Nelson or Blenheim Location

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

Suicide prevention across the region is being addressed by a large number of social agencies and community group. All looking to impact New Zealand - s poor statistics around suicide. The primary purpose of this role is to provide leadership and coordinate these efforts to foster relationships, establish common approaches and standards. We have two permanent part-time roles available working 40 hours per fortnight.

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

You will be a qualified health professional with a background in health promotion, quality improvement or project management. In order to succeed in this role you will have the:

• Ability to work with partner agencies to review and strengthen prevention, intervention and postvention initiatives across the health sector. You will lead and update clear protocols and pathways that support a coordinated response across the partner agencies.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively as part of a team, to maintain data bases, respond to changing demographics of those self harming and attempting suicide. The ability to review to meet program goals and objectives,

• Knowledge of complex mental health and drug and alcohol issues;
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the health and social services sectors and ability to lead or contribute to strategic policy development on suicide prevention and postvention actions.
• Experience working with people with mental illness and those at risk of suicidal behaviour.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

 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 apply your relationship building and networking skills to make a real difference to people - s lives.

At Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.

Nelson /Tasman / Blenheim is a place of stunning natural landscapes - lakes, mountains, rivers, native bush and beaches. The region is known for its relaxed lifestyle and year round dry and sunny days.  Find out more at https://www.nelsontasman.nz/ or https://marlboroughnz.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 5740.

For role specific information please contact Jane Kinsey - Jane Kinsey - General Manager Mental Health & Addictions on jane.kinsey@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:  N23-547

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.