Position Description. 30 hrs / week and may include evening and weekend work. Please note this is a fixed term position ending 30 June 2016

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1 Position Description Position Title: Green Prescription (GRx) Coordinator Date: June 2015 Operational Area: Responsible to: Hours: Location: External Internal Recreation Green Prescription Team Leader 30 hrs / week and may include evening and weekend work. Please note this is a fixed term position ending 30 June 2016 Based from the ASB Northland Sports House and off site Patients Primary Health Organisations Maori Health Providers Health Agencies Doctors and Practice Nurses Health Professionals Activity, Sport & Recreation Providers ACC WINZ Marae Whanau Workplaces Hapu Sport Northland Sponsors GRx Coordinators Sport Northland staff

2 ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT GRx Coordinators Green Prescription Team Leader RECREATION SENIOR MANAGER CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHIEF EXECUTIVE

3 STRATEGIC SUMMARY Core Purpose: Enriching lives through sport Vision: All Northlanders leading better lives through involvement in sport Values: Unity, Passion, Relationships, Leadership, Excellence, Innovation He aha te mea nui o tenei ao? He tangata! He tangata! He tangata! What is the most important aspect in this world? It is people, it is people, it is people! Guiding Principles: Participant Focused, Young People Focused, Te Tiriti O Waitangi, Connectivity, Quality Experiences, Access for All Strategic Outcomes: Sport Northland has five key strategic goals that guide how we strive to Enrich lives through sport : Participation & Performance Quality Sport Northland delivery is motivating more Northlanders on the pathway to participate and perform People & Providers Quality people and providers in a world-class sports system are supporting Northlanders on the pathway to participate and perform Places More and better facilities and spaces are motivating more Northlanders on the pathway to participate and perform Knowledge Management Partners and providers are using good practice information and relevant highlights to inform their planning and delivery Finance & Sustainability Sufficient resources and quality operations are in place at Sport Northland to deliver on this plan

4 PRIMARY PURPOSE: Responsible for contacting Green Prescription (GRx) Patients with a variety of medical conditions, to guide planning for appropriate lifelong physical activity for wellness. People with heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, depression, obesity, arthritis, cancer and some respiratory conditions or at risk cardiovascular disease (CVD) are most likely to benefit from a GRx. Their condition must be stable before they are prescribed physical activity. Unstable angina, uncontrolled heart failure or acute exacerbations of asthma must be stabilized. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Key Tasks Contact patients referred to the GRx programme within 7 days from the date of receiving the script and provide appropriate individualized physical activity recommendations, motivation and support. Follow up GRx patients at regular four weekly intervals to support and assist with their physical activity plan for 4 months (via face to face clinics, phone support, group settings). Accurately maintain patient records, complete data entry, administration tasks and reporting (as applicable) Ensure effective promotion of GRx programme in conjunction with the Team Leader. To achieve key performance indicators in line with the Sport Northland and the GRx targets. Report monthly to the Green Prescription Team Leader on GRx achievements as identified within the Management Plan. To fully support the philosophy and culture of the Trust and where practical support other Trust programmes. Undergo professional development training opportunities provided by Sport Northland when and where necessary. Undertake patient surveys (including the 10,000 Steps Northland telephone survey) and research as required. Operational Expenditure Authorised to sign Contracts No No Responsible For: Budget $0

5 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT Annual performance for this position will be measured against a Performance Management Plan developed specifically for the individual. The plan will include the following elements: Key Performance Indicators - targets for what you are required to achieve Expected Standards based on how you go about doing your job Career Aspirations - to identify which direction you might want to go in the future Individual Development Plan - to work on areas of personal development Monthly coaching will be undertaken by the Green Prescription Team Leader in order to maximize the effectiveness of the Performance Management Plan. In addition to the above, an annual performance review and a separate remuneration appraisal will also be undertaken by the Green Prescription Team Leader. PERSON SPECIFICATION Position Specific Competencies For the effective fulfillment of this position, the following specific competencies are desirable: Competency Skill level Performance level required Facilitation Needs Analysis Low Ability to identify areas of need, then plan and provide solutions and support to achieve organisational objectives Relationship Building Ability to build rapport quickly and an understanding for, and empathy with, people from different cultures and backgrounds Ability to develop and maintain durable relationships with other key stakeholders to promote Green Prescription Solutions focused Ability to coordinate and organise communities and groups to gain access to resources, funding and assistance Presentation Excellent oral and written communication skills and able to communicate with a wide variety of groups

6 Competency Skill level Performance level required Technical Leadership Proven leadership qualities in physical activity and assisting people in achieving their goals Specialist expertise for the position Knowledge and understanding of (or the ability to quickly learn): Benefits of physical activity for health Appropriate tertiary qualifications and industry experience i.e. Training/qualification in human anatomy and physiology An understanding of the basic principles of exercise prescription and an ability to apply these to physically inactive people A knowledge of the various lifestyle related medical conditions An understanding of the precautions required when recommending physical activity options to people with medical conditions An understanding of Motivational Interviewing for Behaviour Change Have a broad based understanding of Maori values, knowledge and tikanga Knowledgeable about, and preferably have established networks with iwi, hapu groups and Maori organisations in Te Taitokerau Have an understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and its importance Computer literacy Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access General Local community, sport and recreation networks Time Management People empowerment Medium Strong awareness of recreation / physical activity providers and health related networks in the local mainstream and Māori community ly developed organisational/time management skills The ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekend work if required Proven skills in the empowerment of people the ability to bring the best out of a wide range of people General Medium An understanding of the strategic planning process and experience in developing and implementing business / annual plans Full drivers licence Current first aid certificate

7 JOB SIZE SCORE Sport Northland has undertaken a job sizing process in which positions have been sized according to five areas: Accountability, Work Complexity, Responsibility for People, Relating to Others, Expertise. Each position is sized on these areas giving an overall grade. This grade relates to the total remuneration scale for that size job in the Not for Profit sector. Attributes for this position: Factor Score Explanation Accountability 3 Leading hand process focussed Work Complexity 4 Routine processes subject to established procedures and existing solutions Responsibility for 1 No direct reports People Relating to Others 3 One on one client skills Expertise 4 External qualification, stand-alone operational role requiring initiative and judgement Job Grade: 11 Starting Remuneration Range: $43,330 $50,977 (Based on FTE, this includes base salary and wellness package) Remuneration Range: $43,330 - $58, 977 (Based on FTE, this includes base salary and wellness package)

8 EXPECTED STANDARDS FOR ALL STAFF In addition to the above person specifications, we require all of our employees to comply with the following standards. These are both core value related and culture value related competencies. Kotahitanga / Unity Shows support and respect for colleagues and contributes to the culture and environment of the team. Aroha / Passion Is passionate about who we are and what we do and has real belief in the organisation s mission and vision. Whanaungatanga / Relationships Values and respects personal relationships and takes pride in developing and strengthening them. Embraces and respects Maori and other cultures. Has a real people focus and works hard on skills across a wide range of people. Rangatiratanga / Leadership Displays both personal leadership and, if appropriate to the position, inter-personal leadership (through modelling and providing opportunities to lead). Whakatupuranga / Excellence Aspires to excellence in every aspect of work and is reliable, responsive and shows attention to detail. Choose Your Attitude Displays and encourages energy, enthusiasm and a positive, caring and infectious attitude. Divorces home issues from work (when at work) and can separate the issue from the person. Make Their Day Engages in behaviours that enhance the work environment by showing appreciation, consideration, empathy and providing assistance when required. Play Has a good balance between working hard and having fun while doing it. Be Present Gives full and appropriate attention in person (one-on-one or group), and on the phone.

9 GRx Patient Support Standards and Professional Development Model GRx Induction Unique to GRx and essential for all new PSP - contains principles of GRx, Behaviour Change and Motivational Interviewing skills. Exercise Prescription for Health e.g. Netfit Active Living & Wellness, Sport and Exercise Qualification may provide this knowledge if they have a spefic exercise prescription for healthy unit / module. Anatomy & Physiology e.g. Netfit A & P Appropriate A & P is the basis to progress from. Nursing, Physiotherapy, Sports Studies, PE Teacher are some of the qualifications that provide this knowledge. All 3 elements combined are the MINIMUM standard for working as a GRx PSP