04/09/2023
Community Stroke Advisor - 30hrs/week
Taranaki
He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata he tangata he tangata!
What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people!
The Stroke Foundation of NZ:
The Stroke Foundation is the national charity in New Zealand solely dedicated to the prevention of and recovery from stroke. For over 40 years, we have actively promoted ways to avoid stroke and dedicated ourselves to working closely with people who have experienced a stroke, their whānau and carers. Over 9,000 strokes occur in New Zealand every year and stroke is the leading cause of serious adult disability in New Zealand. Over 75% of strokes are preventable.
The Stroke Foundation is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi as a founding document of New Zealand.
Our Mission:
We work to prevent stroke, improve outcomes, and save lives.
Our Vision is for a New Zealand where:
• Significant steps are taken to reduce the number of strokes.
• Everyone understands and responds to the key risk factors.
• Anyone affected by stroke is supported and empowered.
The opportunity:
Reporting to the Community Stroke Advisor – Team Leader, the Community Stroke Advisor (CSA) is a professional advisor for stroke survivors and whanau/ family members or carers living in the Taranaki community. This role provides practical solutions to client needs. The CSA works to enable people to realise their full potential for recovery and wellbeing following a stroke. Maximising participation and reintegration into the community is a primary objective.
We are looking for a motivated and organised person who has the ability to assess need, has great problem-solving skills and is able to quickly establish rapport with a wide range of people. They also need be able to be self-directed, effective at developing community and clinical networks as well as placing high value on following through and advocating for their clients. Ideally the appointee will also have presentation and community education skills, and interest in supporting our national health promotion work.
About you
The position will suit someone with experience in working with disabled persons or with people who have experienced difficult life challenges. This is a non-clinical role however preferred applicants will have a community, allied health, clinical or disability background, great knowledge of their community, possess associated networking skills, and should have some knowledge of the effects of stroke and strategies for their day-to-day management (additional training provided).
Previous experience working with client databases is an advantage as is computer literacy and familiarity with Word, Teams and OneDrive. The role includes regional travel and limited overnight stays.
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants a role that is self-directed and autonomous yet has the support of a wider regional team. Your wide range of skills and contribution will be valued and will make a difference in the lives of people and their whanau who are affected by stroke.
This role is ideally based from the applicants home office.
Remuneration range is $26.50-$30.50 depending on skills and experience. The successful applicant will also be eligible for annual health/wellbeing allowances and non-monetary benefits.
Apply now!
To apply or request a copy of the position description, please email: midland@stroke.org.nz.
Applications are open until 12 noon on Thursday 21 September 2023.
