Kaimahi Hauora Maori - Children'S Emergency Department

Permanent full time 1.0FTE (40 hours per week), hours of work are 13 :

• : 00Be a voice for tamariki and whanau Maori when they need it mostBased at Christchurch Health Campus

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We're seeking a compassionate and confident Hauora Maori Worker to join our Children's Emergency Department team.

In this role, you'll provide whanau-centred, culturally safe support for tamariki Maori and their whanau during what can be a stressful and emotional time.

You'll help ensure that te ao Maori values, tikanga, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles are embedded in every aspect of care.

Support tamariki Maori and their whanauto feel safe, respected, and understood while in hospital care.

Advocate for the needs and wellbeing of whanau Maori, helping them navigate the ED process with clarity and confidence.

Provide cultural guidance and uphold tikanga Maori within a child-focused clinical environment.

Strengthen connections between whanau, clinical teams, and Maori Health Services.

Contribute to equity-focused initiatives to improve outcomes for tamariki Maori.

This role requires empathy, calmness, and the ability to engage effectively with children, whanau, and multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

About You

Your skills will include :

A strong understanding of te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori.

A calm, caring presence and ability to support whanau during times of stress.

A genuine commitment to improving hauora and equity for tamariki Maori.

Relevant qualifications or experience in Maori health, social services, community work, or child / family support are an advantage.

However we want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.

Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.

If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply for the role please click 'apply now.'

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on 30th November

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at

Please note, we will be reviewing applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference : PC

Location : South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch

Job type : Permanent Full time

Expertise : Clinical - Community / Public Health - Maori Health Worker

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