Violence Intervention Programme Coordinator

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Violence Intervention Programme Coordinator, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Part-time

• In this role, you will use your understanding of family harm and child protection in the context of the health care sector to train and support NM kaimahi  on Family Harm and Child Protection issues. 
• You - ll be joining a small passionate team, with connections across Nelson Marlborough Te Tau Ihu, and VIP coordinator networks locally, regionally and national, with access to professional development

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 a Violence Intervention Programme Coordinator, you will implement the Violence Intervention Programme (VIP) - a Ministry of Health programme - that reduces the harm from family violence by implementing an early intervention programme, identifying family harm and child protection in the health settings. You will use your understanding of family harm and child protection in the context of the health care sector to train and support NMH staff on Family Harm and Child Protection issues. 

You - ll also be involved in establishing and maintaining regular contact with key community family harm intervention agencies and stakeholders to ensure collaborative management of family harm and at risk/vulnerable children.

This is a permanent part-time role working 40 hours per fortnight, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (0.5 FTE).

About the Team/Service/ Location

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About you

For the role of Violence Intervention Programme Coordinator, key skills/knowledge include the following:

• Experience in delivering adult education.
• The ability to review and develop policies and guidelines.
• Self-motivation, the ability to prioritise time and resources and think outside the square.
• Understanding of the Tiriti O Waitangi, Whānau Ora and implications in clinical practice
• The ability to implement quality improvement practices along with knowledge of quality improvement methodology and audit is desirable.
• Computer literacy (including using Microsoft office products and MS team) and experienced in using databases and patient management systems.
• Knowledge of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and Domestic Violence Act 2018 along with other relevant legislation and its application in health settings
• The ability to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to support, influence and motivate others.

You will be a registered social worker, nurse, midwife, or other registered health professional with a current practising certificate, a full clean driver's licence and the ability to be flexible to allow district travel as required.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 22 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Hilary Exton (Director Allied Health) at hilary.exton@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1N25-095

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.