Te mahi/ The role

As the Te Puna Ora (TPO) – Programme Coordinator, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering support programmes for patients and their families within the Te Puna Ora o Tōtara service. Working closely with the Allied Health Manager and multidisciplinary teams (MDT), you'll ensure the smooth operation of programmes that meet the needs of our community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating patient and family programmes.
• Organising in-house and off-site group programmes with affiliated hospice networks.
• Collaborating with MDT and volunteers to facilitate programmes.
• Promoting Te Puna Ora programmes to internal and external networks.
• Managing the waiting list for programme participation.
• Handling referrals and ensuring clear communication with patients and whanau.
• Documenting patient participation and evaluating programme effectiveness based on feedback.

Te Tangata – The Person…what we would like to see from you

We are seeking someone with a strong understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, along with experience in programme coordination, preferably within healthcare or community services. You should have excellent organisational and communication skills, be culturally aware, and capable of managing multiple programmes and relationships.

Key attributes include:

• Experience working with volunteers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong competence in record-keeping and data management.
• Cultural awareness and respect for the diverse spiritual beliefs, practices, and lifestyle choices of the communities we serve.
• Sensitivity and respect in all interpersonal relationships.

Ngā awhina mōku /Benefits for you...

• A VERY EXCITING and 100% unique TO US employee insurance benefit package!! We believe we are the first not-for-profit organisation in the healthcare sector in NZ to offer this enhancement to our permanent staff members!
• Comfortable patient load. For example, in our IPU our rosters allow for 1 nurse to every 4 patients
• Access to monthly Professional Supervision. Completely confidential and AT NO COST TO YOU!
• Tailored orientation plans specific to you and your needs and goals
• Individualised education packages, including study leave, tertiary training and development pathways that will support your progression into senior nursing positions along with support to submit PDRP portfolios
• Ample FREE PARKING on-site at Tōtara Hub
• In a smoke-free environment, enjoy your break in either our beautiful gardens, in the modern and comfortable lunchroom or visit our on-site café serving Jack’s coffee and delicious food to fuel you for the day

Kamapene/About the organisation | Tōtara Hospice -Making Hospice Happen

Since 1981, Totara Hospice has been at the forefront of delivering advanced palliative care services to the communities of South and Southeast Auckland. We take great pride in fostering an inclusive environment and actively championing and celebrating diversities. We are committed to ensuring safe and holistic care for everyone. Our staff undergo bicultural competency education facilitated by Empowering Change to ensure we honour the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our service delivery. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. A proud supporter of Pride Pledge, we strive to create an authentically safe and inclusive environment for our rainbow communities.

Ngā pārongo whakauru | How to apply - Here’s how!

If you are searching for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a difference by just doing your best, please APPLY now. Remember to include an updated copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining why you want to work for Tōtara Hospice and why you are the most suitable candidate for the job. Applications close 12 October 2024.

Only applicants already residing and eligible to work permanently in New Zealand will be considered for this position.

Tōtara Hospice as an organisation does not conscientiously object to anyone accessing their rights under the End-of-Life Choices Act that passed into law on November 7th 2021. Our focus will remain, as it always has been, on delivering to the needs of our patients and whānau. We respect and support patients who choose this option.