Whanau Intervention Practitioner - Tane Ora (Timaru)

Are you passionate about supporting tane and their whanau in times of need?

About the organisationHe Waka Tapu is a Kaupapa Maori organisation who have been supporting individuals and the community for 30 years.

He Waka Tapu works to increase the health and wellbeing of Whanau.About the roleWe are recruiting for the role of Whanau Intervention Practitioner – Tane Ora in Timaru.

For this role travel may be required at times to Ashburton however it is based in Timaru.The Whanau Intervention Practitioner – Tane Ora roles are crucial in providing support to men who are seeking positive life changes, helping to prevent further family violence and guiding them towards positive pathways.Kaimahi in these roles will build strong, trusting relationships with tane and their whanau, co-facilitating Kaupapa maori based programmes that support tane to reflect, heal and develop new behaviours grounded in accountability, respect and growth.Skills and experienceExperience working with at-risk men and whanau support, social work, mentoring, or related roles.Understanding of Te Ao Maori and tikanga, and experience working with diverse communities.Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy of client records.Passion for creating positive change in the lives of perpetrators, victims and their whanau.Alignment to He Waka Tapu values and core principles and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Benefits and perksOngoing professional development and trainingLife InsuranceOur CultureWorking together for the wellbeing of familyOur services are delivered using a kaupapa Maori framework encompassing Tinana (physical well-being), Wairua (spiritual well-being), Hinengaro (mental well-being), Whanau (family well-being).

Our values help to guide an understanding of how to embed and practice meaningful and robust engagement to ensure that He Waka Tapu is the go-to place for practical knowledge about Whanau wellbeing.We are respectful and show generosity and care for others, ensuring everyone's mana is enhanced.We build relationships through shared experiences and working together.We lead by inspiring others to see what is possible.We all learn.For further information about the work that we do, check out our organisation online at you wish to apply, please attach your CV and a cover letter to your application.Please note that Applicants for this position should have the legal right to work in New Zealand.Role TypeCompany OverviewWorking together for the well-being of whanau in Otautahi, Rekohu and Hakatere.

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