Community Health Worker - Palmerston North (4 days a week)

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 share 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

If this sounds like the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you! All applications must be received online and close on the 24 November 2024.

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

If you have specific questions, please contact Bridget Robertson, Clinical Leader bridget.robertson@plunket.org.nz