Regional Coordinator - Maternal Mental Health Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldier's Hospital, Mental Health and Addictions Permanent, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role As our Regional Co-ordinator, Maternal Mental Health, you will champion the development, implementation and evaluation of maternal mental health services across the Central Region.
You'll be responsible for connecting Te Whatu Ora with the broader maternal mental health sector – including NGOs, community services, and primary care – while leading regional programmes that improve health equity for Maori, Pacific peoples, and all whanau. This is an influential, strategic role offering the opportunity to shape future-focused care by leading system improvement, coordinating region-wide education, and driving innovation based on data and community need. About the Team/Service/ Location Our Mental Health and Addictions team is passionate about delivering holistic, whanau-centred care and achieving Pae Ora | Healthy Futures.
You'll work closely with a wide range of clinical and community stakeholders, supported by an experienced, values-driven team dedicated to equity and continuous improvement. Hawke's Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about.
For more information on living and working in Hawke's Bay click HEREAbout you To be successful in this role, you will bring: A relevant graduate and post-graduate qualification. Experience in mental health and a sound understanding of maternal mental health and its wider impact. Confidence in regional leadership, service development, and building cross-sector relationships. Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and demonstrated cultural competence, particularly in delivering equitable outcomes for Maori and Pacific peoples. Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills. Desirable attributes include experience in maternal mental health and knowledge of child development, perinatal research and best practices. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.
We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Julie Oliver-Bell via email on ****** will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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