Kaiārahi-Te Aka Matua

Kaiārahi-Te Aka Matua Fixed Term until 30/06/2027

Te Puna Hauora o te Raki Paewhenua is a Kaupapa Māori Health & Social Service provider based on the North Shore. We provide high quality, professional, yet accessible & affordable health care and support to whānau in the surrounding communities. Our integrated wrap around services includes GP Clinic, Tamariki Ora Team, Disease State Management Team, Community Support and Mental Health Teams, Whānau Ora, Pharmacy, Dental Clinic and more.

We are currently seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Kaiārahi for our Te Aka Matua Mild to Moderate mental health service, to be a first point of contact for Tangata Whaiora Māori the needs of their oranga, and the oranga of their whānau. (North Auckland, North Shore, Rodney, Kaipara area)

The role of a Kaiārahi for Te Aka Matua is to:

· Provide immediate support to address the needs of Tangata Whaiora Māori

· Offer a range of support options that is kaupapa driven, appropriate and Tangata Whaiora Led.

· Connect and advocate for Tangata Whaiora Māori to relevant government and non –government, cultural, social, or health services available in Te Raki Paewhenua.

Communication & organisational skills are essential, and you must have the ability to establish strong working relationships with a wide range of people.

The successful applicant will have:

·         Mental Health Certificate level 4 or equivalent

·         Relevant experience

·         Demonstrated knowledge of, or a strong commitment to building competence in, te reo Māori and tikanga Māori

·         Current Full NZ Driver Licence

·         Excellent time management & administration skills

·         Competent using Microsoft Word & Outlook

·         Ability to work independently & also as part of a team.

·         Ability to easily build rapport with whānau of all backgrounds and nationalities

This is full time fixed- term employment contract until 30 June 2027.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.