Family Violence Coordinator

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Family Violence Coordinator

• Health NZ - South Canterbury
• Permanent Part Time 0.5 FTE

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

This role coordinates the implementation of the Family Violence Intervention Programme (FVIP) for our local health service and facilitates best practice in the identification and management of Intimate Partner Violence and Elder Vulnerable Adult Abuse and Neglect and other related issues.

About you

If you are a Registered Health Practitioner (Registered Nurse, Social Worker etc) with a current practising certificate, have strong community linkages, sound skills in communication, problem solving and adult education, and are flexible and innovative, then this is your opportunity to make a difference. The role will suit someone competent with administration skills and experience with Microsoft applications.

A current New Zealand driver's license is required. 

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant collective and the salary will be in accordance with the Pay Scale, and dependent on relevant experience.

How to Apply

Please apply for this vacancy online at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz

We look forward to receiving your application directly via our Careers Site.

If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert on 16 March  2025. The role may close early if a suitable applicant is found before the close.