Elder Response Support PractitionerPublished: 03/12/2024Job Location:Kawerau/Whakatane/New Zealand Job Type: Permanent Work Type: Full Time Category: Healthcare, Nursing & MidwiferyIncome: Remuneration reflective of quals and experienceAre you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our elderly?Experienced Elder Support Professional, Kawerau based organisationModern working environment with supportive management teamAre you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our elderly and ensuring they have access to appropriate local health and social services? Established in 1995, our client Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau Hauora are looking for a trustworthy, confidential, well-organised person to join their team. Our client provides quality health, social and education services for all who reside within Kawerau and the Eastern Bay of Plenty region.Please note: Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand with no visa restrictions will be considered for this advertised position. Our client does not hold AEW Accreditation and cannot consider any application which does not meet this requirement.He aha te tunga | About the roleAs Elder Response Service Practitioner, you will manage approximately 10-15 cases per quarter, ensuring seamless delivery of support services to the Uri Haumate (uri) of Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau Hauora. Your primary goal is to ensure that older individuals experiencing, or at risk of, abuse and neglect have timely access to appropriate local services to ensure their safety and empower them to have greater control over their lives.Key responsibilities of the role:Implement interventions and strategies that reduce the risk of social isolation, neglect and/or abuseBuild rapport by working collaboratively with uri and their whanau, including caregivers, to develop goals and strategies to keep uri wellIdentify and monitor any health and wellbeing issuesPrepare referrals to ensure kaimahi respond to immediate crisis promptlyEnsure clients are fully informed and involved in decisionsWork collaboratively with whanau and caregivers to empower and support uriIdentify needs and prepare referrals to external agencies for additional servicesProvide education and health promotion to strengthen uri well-being and resilienceComplete reporting requirements, ensuring strict client confidentialityFile management, capture data and update progress detailsEnsure all documentation is accurate and managed and filed as per protocolNga pukenga me whai | Ideal candidate requirementsMinimum of three years' experience in a similar roleProven experience working in a kaupapa Maori environmentKnowledge of TKKH and the Eastern Bay of Plenty CommunitiesStrong relationship and network managementExcellent organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlinesExcellent computer literacy skills, with proficiency in all Microsoft Office functionsBe positive, adaptable to change and resilientKnowledge of Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau tikanga and kawa is desirableCompetency in Te Reo Maori and a good understanding of tikanga Maori is desirableRegistered practitioner/social worker with a current practicing certificate would be desirable but not essentialWhy Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau Hauora?If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of the elderly and have the skills and dedication required, we invite you to apply and become part of their supportive and dynamic team.Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau Hauora is committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for its staff and its community. Your expertise and commitment will contribute significantly to our mission of enhancing the well-being of our people.RECRUITMENT INFORMATIONOnly applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand and currently reside in New Zealand and have New Zealand Community or Social Work experience will be considered for this advertised position. The successful candidate will be required to undergo Police Vetting as part of the recruitment process.Applications are being screened and contacted by PeopleHQ (Recruitment Company for Tuwharetoa ki Kawerau Hauora). For further information, including a detailed job description, please phone 07 393 2424 or email ****** assured.How to Apply:Fill out the application form below.Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application.If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application.Important:Double check your email is entered correctly.Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software.Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates.Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application. Text response to us costs your normal text price. Option to use Txt Free Reply.Application FormQuestions marked with * require an answer.
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