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Stop Smoking Practitioner (Quit Coach)
Tui Ora

New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand

Permanent Position

Applications close:

15 Oct 2026

The Stop Smoking Practitioner (Quit Coach) delivers evidence-based support to help people quit smoking. The role provides behavioural support, access to cessation medications, and follow-up to maintain motivation and prevent relapse. Flexibility, including after-hours and weekend mahi, may be required to ensure services are accessible and responsive to whānau needs.


Overview


Requirements

Kia ekena a angitū | To promote success in this role, you will have:

  • Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) - Stop Smoking Practitioner qualification (or willing to work towards) 
  • Knowledge of smoking cessation approaches (preferred) 
  • Experience in health and/or social services (preferred). 
  • The ability to build strong relationships and  
  • Excellent communication skills. 
  • Empathy and cultural competence, with understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori models of health.  
  • The ability to prioritise, problem solve and maintain accurate records. 
  • Competence in Microsoft Office and general IT systems. 
  • The ability to be flexible, trustworthy, and able to work afterhours/weekends when required. 
  • A full, clean NZ Driver Licence. 

  


What we can offer you

He aha tā mātou | What we offer:

  • A Tui Ora Day (an additional paid day each year)
  • Four Wellbeing Leave days annually
  • Professional Development
  • A professional, fun, people-focused and vibrant working whānau environment
  • A fantastic location to work and live
  • A competitive remuneration package.

You will be valued as a member of our Tui Ora whānau, supported in both your daily work and in your professional development.  


  We celebrate diversity within our teams and support the cultural growth of all kaimahi (employees), no matter where you are at on your Te Ao Māori journey.  


  Join us and explore what is possible.  


Who we are

Tui Ora provides holistic kaupapa Māori healthcare in Taranaki, empowering whānau to set and achieve their own life goals. With over 25 years of service, we offer a range of health and social services, including GP care, nursing, mental health, addiction support, and youth services, all through a multi-disciplinary team that supports whānau every step of the way.

 

For further information, email recruitment@tuiora.co.nz


Please note, if you have not completed the online application and/or uploaded the required documents, your application may not be considered.


You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.