Combine leadership role with clinical case load if desired
Waipuna Hospice has a high profile in the Bay of Plenty for providing specialist community palliative care. Our geographical reach covers Waihi Beach to Paengaroa and while our focus is on hospice-at-home, we also have an established inpatient unit and we support a large community team. These services are funded through DHB contracts, fundraising and income from our charity retail shops.
We pride ourselves on our supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Our values are not just a set of words on a poster, we live by them and we recognise that teamwork is critical to our success as organisation. This opportunity could be your chance to be part of a progressive organisation that’s at the heart of our community!
Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced person to lead our Family Support Team. Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, this role is 35 hours per week and will provide operational, professional and clinical support to our established Family Support Team.
If you have experience in or wish to continue to develop in the Palliative environment, we are looking for you!
This role provides care co-ordination of an interdisciplinary team including nursing and day to day management of a team of Occupational Therapist, Social Workers, Counsellors, Bereavement Support, Chaplain & Spiritual Care Providers. You will be leading and managing others within an interdisciplinary care team collaboratively to deliver specialist palliative care. To be successful you will strong communication and time management skills.
Desired Skills and Experience
ABOUT YOU
Our successful applicant will have:
Leadership experience, be able to demonstrate influencing and negotiation skills and coaching
Relevant psychosocial/ Allied Health graduate qualification with a minimum of 5 years’ experience would be advantageous. Palliative care or related health field would be desired
The ability to think on your feet and be a confident problem solver.
Experience working within an interdisciplinary team environment
Experience facilitating groups/ meetings
Strong people management and networking skills
Well-developed organisational and prioritising skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and at times competing priorities
Excellent communication skills
Must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
WHAT WE OFFER
At Waipuna Hospice we are fully committed to provide ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. We pride ourselves on having a fun, friendly and supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Staff wellness is a priority for Waipuna Hospice, we provide an ongoing wellness programme and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. First impressions are important, so on starting with Waipuna you will be supported with a comprehensive orientation programme.
Coupled with maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice we offer discounts to local gyms, pharmacies and health insurance, free onsite parking and paid monthly supervision.
THE WAIPUNA WAY
Our Mission: To provide the best possible specialist hospice palliative care, enhancing the quality of life for those facing end of life and bereavement.
Our Vision: To provide high quality end of life care for all
Our Values:
Community: Supporting one another – patients, whanau, friends, volunteers and colleagues
Advocacy:Ensuring equity of access to services for all our communities
Respect:Upholding autonomy of each person and their community, accepting one another’s cultures and beliefs
Empathy:Acknowledging uniqueness, supporting with dignity, respect and compassion
Quality:Committed to continuous improvement, aligned to values and core services
TO APPLY
Our application process may include interviews, job testing, reference checks and pre-employment screening. If you have what it takes and are ready to step into a dynamic team environment that’s at the heart of our community, then don’t hesitate, apply now!
Applications close 15 May 2024or sooner if our ideal candidate is found.
