It is estimated there are more than 475,000 Australians living with the effects of stroke. Despite public misperception, stroke is largely preventable, it is highly treatable and survivors can make a good recovery with the appropriate rehabilitation and community support.

The Stroke Foundation is a national charity that partners with the community to prevent, treat and beat stroke. We stand alongside stroke survivors and their families, healthcare professionals and researchers. We build community awareness and foster new thinking and innovative treatments. We support survivors on their journey to live the best possible life after stroke. We are the voice of stroke in Australia and we work to:

• Raise awareness of the risk factors, signs of stroke and promote healthy lifestyles.
• Improve treatment for stroke to save lives and reduce disability.
• Improve life after stroke for survivors.
• Encourage and facilitate stroke research.
• Advocate for initiatives to prevent, treat and beat stroke.
• Raise funds from the community, corporate sector and government to continue our mission.

Our Values of Courage, Excellence, Compassion, Integrity and Leadership are an integral part of our culture, brand and positioning. These values inform our decisions and behaviours in our dealings internally within the organisation, and externally with our stakeholders.

About the program

The Stroke Foundation, in partnership with Ryman Healthcare are delivering free health checks to Victorians.

High blood pressure is the key risk factor for stroke, but with knowledge it is preventable and manageable. High blood pressure often has no symptoms. The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked.

Stroke Foundation is on a mission to reduce the number of preventable strokes experienced by Australians by supporting them to identify and manage their risk of stroke.

Ryman Healthcare are proud to be a part of this initiative, providing health checks to the community.

What is involved in the program?

The 5 minute health check includes a blood pressure check and stroke & type 2 diabetes risk assessment. Participants are emailed their personal results and relevant health recommendations.

The BP Van can visit workplaces, shopping centres, retirement villages, universities, public events etc.

What the role involves

Supporting the registered nurse when attending BP Van events in Victoria. You are the Stroke Foundation representative at the events. Your role includes:

• Attend BP Van events with the registered nurse
• Assist in bump-in/bump-out of the BP Van
• Assist customers in completing the online health check form
• Engage with customers prior to and during the health check
• Identify opportunities to improve the program
• Assist with other tasks as requested by the registered nurse on the day
• Represent the Stroke Foundation and its values

Program targets/objectives

Fewer preventable stroke:

• Boost the number of people who know their BP and associated risk.
• Increase community understanding of personal stroke risk factors.

Grow our impact:

• Sustainably diversify and grow our funding revenues and increase our profile.

Your background, skills and experience

You will be a customer-focussed person who enjoys working in a team environment. Specifically, you will have:

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Highly developed organisation and time management skills
• Helpful and courteous manner
• Ability to work in a team or independently

The Stroke Foundation embraces cultural diversity and strongly encourages suitably qualified people from all cultural backgrounds to apply.