Whānau Intervention Practitioner - Tāne Ora (Timaru)

About the organisation

He Waka Tapu is a Kaupapa Māori organisation who have been supporting individuals and the community for 30 years. He Waka Tapu works to increase the health and wellbeing of Whānau.

About the role

We are recruiting for the role of Whānau Intervention Practitioner – Tāne Ora in Timaru. For this role travel may be required at times to Ashburton however it is based in Timaru.

The Whānau Intervention Practitioner – Tāne 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 tāne and their whānau, co-facilitating Kaupapa māori based programmes that support tāne to reflect, heal and develop new behaviours grounded in accountability, respect and growth.

Skills and experience

• Experience working with at-risk men and whānau support, social work, mentoring, or related roles.
• Understanding of Te Ao Māori 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 whānau.
• Alignment to He Waka Tapu values and core principles and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Benefits and perks

Ongoing professional development and training

Life Insurance

Our Culture

Working together for the wellbeing of family

Our services are delivered using a kaupapa Māori framework encompassing Tinana (physical well-being), Wairua (spiritual well-being), Hinengaro (mental well-being), Whānau (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 Whānau 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

If 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 Type

Company Overview

Working together for the well-being of whānau in Ōtautahi, Rekohu and Hakatere.

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