Regional Health Advisor, Southern Region

1 month ago


Dunedin, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Regional Health Advisor, Southern Region - Permanent at Ministry of Social Development, OtagoAbout us The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whanau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Regional Health Advisor, Southern Region - Permanent Full time, Permanent position Location: This role will be based full-time at our Te Kaika Service Centre, Caversham Dunedin or in our Southern Regional office.
What you'll be doing | He aha tau e mahi ana The Regional Health Advisor (RHA) role is responsible for providing MSD links to health and disability sector and the community and providing expert advice and knowledge to support clients with health-related issues, injury or disability to participate meaningfully in society.
Supporting MSD staff (in particular Case Managers) throughout the region with a network of information, advice and support on matters relating to health and the impact these may have on employment. The RHA works closely with Case Managers to determine how they can assist MSD clients to reach their employment goals and what services may be available to help them achieve this. Face to face engagement with our staff is a vital part of the RHA role. Due to the geographical spread of the Southern region, this role will also involve travel to the 10 sites across our region.
What you'll need to succeed | Ko nga mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitu Communication skills will be paramount for the role, along with the ability to build rapport, contribute and work collaboratively with front-line service delivery staff. The ability to work independently and achieve goals will also be critical. The role champions health awareness and issues within Work and Income front-line offices and the region.
To be successful in this role, you will also be/have:
current registered health practitioner (e.g. occupational therapist, nurse, physiotherapist)collaborative approach with strong relationship management skillsexcellent communication skills, including confidence in facilitating group presentationswell networked in the health and disability sectorexperience in a rehabilitation or employment focus preferredability to gather and analyse data to make evidence-based recommendations essentialYou are required to have a full and clear New Zealand driver's licence.
Candidates must hold NZ/Australia Citizenship or a Permanent Resident/Resident visa at time of application. Joining us Joining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment.

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