Community Health Worker

1 month ago

Manawatu District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand Plunket Full time

Whānau Āwhina Plunket is the largest service in Aotearoa supporting the health and wellbeing of tamariki under-five and their whānau, we are able to provide clinical support through our traditional well child checks, 24/7 telehealthcare via PlunketLine as well as community support such as playgroups where whānau can gather and form lasting positive relationships within their community.

We are looking for a compassionate and resilient individual to join our team as a Community Health Worker in Palmerston North. This is an exciting opportunity to work with whānau in a community-based environment, providing practical support and advice

**Te **Whiwhinga** mahi | The Opportunity**

Your role will involve home and or clinic visits, working alongside whanau to ensure they have the support they need to raise healthy tamariki.

This role offers flexibility, with 4 full days of work per week(with Wednesdays being fixed). You will work across Palmerston North, alongside a supportive team of Plunket Nurses and Kaiawhina. The families you work with are diverse, and often face complex challenges, so we are looking for someone who can work autonomously and with emotional maturity, while being able to connect with people from all walks of life.

**He kōrero **mōu** | About You**

Raising Tamariki at this stage in life is fairly demanding for the whānau we work alongside with. Our Health Worker needs to be warm and engagingand able to connect with a diverse range of clients. You’ll be confident communicating information and able to adapt the messages depending on your audience.

You will be eager to learn and grow, and have the resilience required to work on your own in a community setting.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting whānau and has a genuine interest in community health. While experience in community-based organisations or early childhood education is a plus, we are open to applicants from all backgrounds.

**Ngā **Pukenga** me **ngā** Tohu Motuhake | Important skills and qualifications**

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to have:

- The right to work in Aotearoa
- A restricted or full driver’s license (you’ll be provided with a company car to travel around Palmerston North)

**Ngā **āhuatanga **kei** a **mātou** | What We Offer**

In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace with a range of benefits to promote your wellbeing and professional development:

- A range of wellbeing initiatives including the ability to proactively protect your health using a day of your sick leave
- Discounts at various retailers and companies
- Ongoing professional development support, including funded New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing
- Cultural competence training to help you work effectively with a diverse range of families A close-knit, collegial team environment, where your colleagues
- their expertise and support your growth
- Access to 'Communities of Interest' for Māori, Pasifika, Asian, and other cultural groups, to help you thrive in a culturally safe workplace

**Me **pēhea **te **tuku **tono** | How to Apply**

Please include your CV and a cover letter telling us why you’re passionate about working with whānau and supporting their wellbeing

Position description

Permanent Part Time

**Job no**:2024-21737

**Location**:Manawatū

**Closing Date**:Applications close: 24 November 2024

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