Mental Health Promoter | 30 hours per week | Health Action Trust | Nelson
Are you passionate about making a positive difference to mental health and wellbeing in our community? Do you enjoy connecting with people, sharing knowledge and inspiring positive change?
Health Action Trust is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and community-minded Mental Health Promoter to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to initiatives that strengthen mental wellbeing, build community resilience and promote positive mental health across the Nelson Tasman region.
About the role
Working collaboratively with communities, organisations and key stakeholders, you will help develop, coordinate and deliver mental health promotion initiatives focused on wellbeing, prevention, education and reducing stigma, with a particular focus on Older People and Workplaces.
You will have opportunities to deliver presentations, facilitate workshops, develop community initiatives and build relationships with organisations and groups to help create environments that support positive mental health and wellbeing.
This is a 30-hour-per-week position working alongside another Health Promoter. role.
We're looking for someone who:
Has experience and/or qualifications in health promotion, mental health, community development or a related field.
Is passionate about promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
Has excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence speaking to groups, delivering presentations and facilitating workshops.
Enjoys building relationships, engaging with diverse communities and working collaboratively with stakeholders.
Is organised, conscientious and self-motivated, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Can work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for planning and delivering projects with minimal supervision.
Is hardworking, reliable and determined to achieve positive outcomes.
Has strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and project documentation.
Values equity, inclusion, cultural responsiveness and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Why join Health Action Trust?
At Health Action Trust, you'll be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation with a long-standing commitment to improving health and wellbeing in our communities.
If you are a motivated and capable communicator who enjoys working with people, building partnerships and making a difference, we would love to hear from you!
Position: 30 hours per week
Location: Nelson, Health Action Trust
Applications close: Friday 27 November 2026, or until the position is filled. You will find the job description and employment application form on our website www.healthaction.org.nz/careers
Come and help us make a difference!
Health Action Trust is a dynamic and innovative community organisation specialising in community health promotion initiatives and professional mental health and addiction peer support services.