Allied Health, Scientific & Technical Position Description Employment Agreement: Allied, Public Health and Technical MECA Position Title: Community Clinical Needs Assessor Service & Directorate: Strategy, Primary and Community Directorate Location: Invercargill Reports to: Community & AT&R Unit Manager DHB Delegation Level: N/A Number of direct reports: Nil Date: September 2018 Our Vision Better Health, Better Lives, Whānau Ora We work in partnership with people and communities to achieve their optimum health and wellbeing We seek excellence through a culture of learning, enquiry, service and caring Our Shared Values and Behaviours Kind Manaakitanga Open Pono Positive Whaiwhakaaro Community Whanaungatanga Looking after our people: We respect and support each other. Our hospitality and kindness foster better care. Being sincere: We listen, hear and communicate openly and honestly. We treat people how they would like to be treated. Best action: We are thoughtful, bring a positive attitude and are always looking to do things better. As family: We are genuine, nurture and maintain relationships to promote and build on all the strengths in our community. Our statutory purpose To improve, promote and protect the health of our population Promote the integration of health services across primary and secondary care services Seek the optimum arrangement for the most effective and efficient delivery of health services Promote effective care or support for those in need of personal health or disability support services Promote the inclusion and participation in society and the independence of people with disabilities Reduce health disparities by improving health outcomes for Māori and other population groups Foster community participation in health improvement and in planning for the provision of and changes to the provision of services Uphold the ethical and quality standards expected of use and to exhibit a sense of social and environmental responsibility PURPOSE OF ROLE Allied Health, Scientific and Technical professionals work in health care teams providing a range of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic and direct patient care and support services that are critical to the other health professionals they work with and the communities they serve.
Experience Experience working with older people and their whanau / family members Experience with Windows based computer programme Knowledge and Skills: Accredited interRAI Assessor gaining competencies in Home Care, Contact and /or Long Term Care Facility interRAI data collection and analysis Comprehensive care planning skills based on the Restorative model of care A working knowledge of how health and disability issues impact on an older person’s ability to remain independent Ability to work with older people and their whanau in a community and/or health setting to achieve the best outcomes for them Excellent interviewing, assessment and problem solving skills High level of verbal and written communication skills Understanding and knowledge of current support services and systems Current driver’s licence is essential Personal Qualities Good networking skills Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Good organisation and time management skills Demonstrate commitment, respect and an attitude of valuing older people KEY RESULT AREAS: Key Accountabilities: Example of successful delivery of duties and responsibilities Clinical Practice Legislative requirements Practise in accordance with relevant legislation, codes, policies etc. and upholds consumer rights Uphold professional code of ethics You adhere to professional and legislative standards of practice You work according to the scope of your Annual Practising Certificate Assessments and interventions Undertake accurate and comprehensive assessments and evaluations Plan and implement appropriate interventions Provide relevant education - including any relevant alternative options - in a format that can be clearly understood Collaborate with patients to set realistic, outcomes Your interventions are realistic and based on best practice You use standard measurement tools and equipment as set down by departmental or professional protocols Documentation Maintain confidentiality of patient information and documentation Adhere to SDHB’s documentation standards Your documentation is timely, clear, concise and accurate Culturally Sensitive Practice Practices in a culturally safe manner You assist patients to gain appropriate support and representation which reflects their cultural needs and preferences. Professional Responsibilities Working in a collegial manner Contribute to the support and education of colleagues and students to enhance development of the profession You have formal and informal systems in place for supporting colleagues