At a Glance
- Tasks: Support patients in achieving their health goals and connect them with community services.
- Company: The Doctors Ti Rakau, a passionate and supportive healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive training provided.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a collaborative team.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a caring, non-judgemental approach.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about helping people make positive changes to their health and wellbeing? The Doctors Ti Rakau is seeking a motivated and compassionate Health Coach to join our team and support patients on their journey towards better health outcomes. As a Health Coach, you will work alongside our GPs, nurses and Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP) as part of an integrated primary care team. You will help patients build the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to manage their own health and wellbeing, while connecting them with the services and support available within their community.
About the Role
This is a permanent part‑time position, working approximately 24 hours per week. Days and hours can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Responsibilities
- Health Coaches work in partnership with patients and their family/whānau to:
- Help them understand advice provided by the general practice team
- Support them to identify and achieve their own health and wellbeing goals
- Build confidence and skills to better manage their health
- Connect them with appropriate health, wellbeing and community support services
As a core member of the practice team, you will provide support through face‑to‑face, telephone and video consultations. You may also facilitate group programmes, assist patients to navigate health and wellbeing services, and work collaboratively with the wider clinical team to improve engagement and outcomes for patients who may be harder to reach.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive, motivating and non‑judgemental approach
- The ability to connect with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures
- An empathetic, caring and supportive nature
- Good organisational and administration skills
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Legal rights to work in New Zealand
- Experience working in health, community, social services, wellbeing, fitness, nutrition or a related field would be advantageous, but is not essential
- Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit
About Us
The Doctors Ti Rakau is a Cornerstone‑accredited general practice serving a diverse local community. We are passionate about supporting better health outcomes for our patients and their whānau and are committed to providing high‑quality, patient‑centred care in a supportive and collaborative team environment. Health Coach training and ongoing support will be provided.
Health Coach - The Doctors Ti Rakau in Bishop Auckland employer: The Doctors Medical Centres
The Doctors Ti Rakau is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for its team members. As a Health Coach, you will benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities while working alongside a passionate team committed to improving health outcomes for a diverse community. With flexible working hours and a focus on patient-centred care, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact in people's lives.
Contact Details:
The Doctors Medical Centres Recruitment Team
