Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Oral Health Promoter
- Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora lakes
- 32 Hours per week
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
An exciting opportunity has become available to work as an Oral Health Promoter to join our passionate Community Oral Health Rotorua team. We are seeking a self-directed energetic person who has a passion for working with tamariki of all ages and wants to make a meaningful and positive impact in the community. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed, caring and has the ability to build and foster good relationships with stakeholders.
About the role
- Promoting holistic care and wellbeing for tamariki and rangatahi
- Lead and develop workshops and plan educational sessions across different age groups
- Work with communities groups to improve oral health wellbeing for tamariki
- Participation at community events to promote oral health education and awareness
- Monitor effectiveness of oral health promotion programs
- Work within a dynamic team
- Permanent full time
About you
- Have a helpful, flexible, positive, and adaptable disposition
- Thrive in a busy and client-focused team
- Experience working with diverse groups of all ages and stages
- Proficiency in Te Reo Māori
- Ability to apply Te Ao Māori tikanga and culture
- Full Driver's License
About us
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
Know more about living and working at the Lakes district
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.
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