Kaitūruki Whānau Ora (ACC Navigator)

Job Description

About Us: Based in beautiful Whanganui Te Oranganui is a kaupapa Māori organisation who offers a range of health and wellbeing services for whānau in the Whanganui region and surrounding districts.Te Waipuna Health is the General Practice arm with an enrolled population of 5,300 spread across two Practices. As a low-cost access health centre, we offer a newly refurbished Practice in a supportive and flexible environment. About The Role: In this role, you will champion a whānau-centred approach, working closely with whānau to improve their access to ACC services while enhancing their understanding of ACC entitlements, systems, and processes to support positive outcomes.A key focus will be fostering tino rangatiratanga and empowering whānau to their own mana motuhake throughout their journey. You will collaborate with whānau, ACC, and service providers across our rohe to assist in resolving and supporting ACC claims.Additionally, you will help navigate access to other necessary supports as required. To thrive in this role, you will: Be experienced in working with whānau to support those on ACC. Have strong communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills. Demonstrate a commitment to upholding the mana and aspirations of whānau through Whānau Ora principles. Why Join Us? At Te Oranganui, we are committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and culturally enriching environment. As a Kaitūruki, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of whānau, contributing to their journey of healing and empowerment through kaupapa Māori practices. We offer a warm whānau focused work environment with a wide variety of benefits, such as: Regular Kapa haka and waiata All staff Karakia & Mihi every morning SuperLife Funeral Insurance EAP & Supervision Workplace wellness programme Whānau events and activities Diverse work environment This is a fixed term role, ends 30 June 2027. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. #J-18808-Ljbffr