Health Improvement Practitioner - Papatoetoe Maternity Cover Contract Job

Join the Fresh Minds Team as a Health Improvement Practitioner in Papatoetoe, New Zealand

Overview:

Are you a registered mental health professional looking for a rewarding career opportunity in primary mental health care? Fresh Minds is seeking a Health Improvement Practitioner to provide evidence-based interventions to individuals and families, focusing on improving mental health and physical wellbeing. This role offers a diverse practice population, specialized training, and the chance to be part of New Zealand's primary care behavioral health workforce transformation.

Role Description:

As a Health Improvement Practitioner, you will work within General Practice clinics in Papatoetoe, offering brief interventions to empower individuals in reaching their health and wellbeing goals. This fixed-term maternity cover position has the potential to become permanent, providing a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the community, particularly among Māori, Pasifika, and youth populations. You will be part of a team that is integrated within general practice teams and connected to a national rollout, receiving specialized training and mentoring in Primary Care Behavioral Health and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Responsibilities:

- Providing brief psychological interventions, including Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) - Delivering evidence-based group programs to patients - Offering consultation, education, and advice to other members of the General Practice team - Developing intervention pathways alongside GPs and nurses to support local population health

Qualifications:

To excel in this role, you should: - Be a registered mental health professional (psychologist, psychotherapist, mental health nurse, social worker, occupational therapist, or DAPAANZ registered counselor) - Have training in talking therapies such as ACT, FACT, or CBT - Be self-motivated, independent, and a team player dedicated to improving health and wellbeing - Demonstrate resilience, flexibility, and strong organizational skills

Benefits:

- Work in a multi-disciplinary environment focused on increasing access, equity, and quality of care - Access an extensive training program with ongoing mentoring and professional development opportunities - Join a nationwide network of Health Improvement Practitioners for knowledge sharing and support

How to Apply:

If you are ready to embark on this rewarding journey with Fresh Minds, click the "apply" button and complete the registration process via the provided link. For more information, reach out to Lee Jatho at lee.jatho@procare.co.nz. Please note that only individuals with working rights in New Zealand will be considered for the selection process.

Join Fresh Minds in Papatoetoe, Auckland, and be a part of the positive change in mental health care. Send your resume and cover letter to lee.jatho@procare.co.nz to apply for this market-related basic position today.