Whanau Ora Support Worker - Child Health (Toi Tu Services)

Overview

Te Hononga O Tamaki Me Hoturoa (Te Hononga) is a kaupapa Maori organization that provides Maori Centred Health and well-being services and connects whanau with their communities.

We seek an enthusiastic and competent individual to become part of our vibrant Toi Tu / Child Health team at Te Hononga.

This role works in collaboration with our Nurse Practitioner for children 0-17 yrs.

, and their whanau to enhance their well-being and empower them to meet their complex health and social needs while utilizing local services.

Whanau Ora Support Worker role is committed to delivering support to our whanau in the community and assist them through a Whanau Ora framework.

Role

1x Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) position to work with our Toi Tu (Kids / Child Health) service.

The position is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

It demands a willingness to work collaboratively in a small health team, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to assist individuals in challenging situations.

A strong knowledge of the local community and the ability to build partnerships with local service providers is essential.

While qualifications in this sector are desirable, they are not mandatory.

What we need

Medtech 32 / Evolution experience or knowledge.

(The ideal candidate will receive training.)

Desire to work with whanau in the community, driven, organized, great administrative abilities, computer literacy, and outstanding communication skills (both written and oral).

Demonstrates Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles when working with Maori and high-needs whanau, including understanding of Te Reo Maori and Tikanga.

Committed to giving our whanau in the community the best possible start in life.

A valid New Zealand full driver's license

The Children's Act 2014 requires a safety check for this role.

This includes a police check.

Te Hononga o Tamaki me Hoturoa offers

Full induction and ongoing professional development.

Mandatory training includes safe home visiting, first aid, child abuse / neglect, privacy, and harassment prevention.

Support and teaching on Maori protocol and Tikanga Maori.

Foster a supportive and close-knit team environment.

Provide support for personal wellbeing and education to enhance the position.

Competitive NGO salary based on qualifications and experience.

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