Health Improvement Practitioner, Hamilton

This role is unfortunately not suitable for CAP graduates. About The Role An amazing organisation seeking a Health Improvement Practitioner to join a general practice setting, providing brief, consultation-based interventions to support both mental and physical health. This role focuses on delivering evidence-based behavioural support to individuals, whānau, and groups across all age ranges.Hours Full time - Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Responsibilities Include Delivering brief, evidence-informed interventions for a range of health and wellbeing needs Supporting general practice teams with mental and behavioural health expertise Working collaboratively across services to ensure continuity of careEngaging with diverse communities in a culturally responsive and mana-enhancing way Why This Position? Work as part of a passionate, kaupapa Māori-aligned team within a values-led organisation with a commitment to community wellbeing, all whilst also benefitting from: A competitive salary Flexible working environmentOngoing professional development and career support Leave your shift work behind! Enjoy M-F standard business hours Requirements To be considered for this role applicants must have: FULL New Zealand registration and an APC which meets NZHPCA requirements (i.e. social worker, occupational therapist, psychotherapist, psychologist or registered nurse).NZ residency or a valid Work Visa Current Full NZ Drivers Licence Preferred applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks Skills And Experience Key to success in this role is an empathetic, compassionate approach, along with a strong understanding of integrated care. The practitioner will work within a well-established model that allows clients to move seamlessly between general practice, community services, NGOs, and specialist mental health or addiction providers when needed.Successful candidates will bring their experience in a New Zealand clinical mental health setting and demonstrate: Knowledge and experience in brief interventions, ideally with knowledge of FACT or ACT modalities Confidence in Te Reo meōna tikanga, and/or have experience working in Māori health settingsA can do attitude with a quality focus and a commitment to delivering best practice patient care Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team Excellent relationship and communication skills Reference: 210113 Looking to make a real difference in your community, with support of an amazing organisation? APPLY NOW!Not quite the job for you but know someone who would love to know about this role? Please pass it on. If they are successful we will give you a $500 voucher of your choice. See our website for more details or get in touch on +64 9 529 5116 To apply online, please click on the apply button.Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Deb Glen on +64 27 203 5661 quoting the reference number above. Note: Not all our current vacancies are listed on job boards. Check out our Frontline Health website for a complete listing can also connect with us via our social accounts for industry news, job seeking tips, and to be the first to know about new job openings! #J-18808-Ljbffr