Talent.com
Kaimahi Hauora MāOri

Kaimahi Hauora MāOri

New Zealand GovernmentChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
11 hours ago
Job description
  • 1 x Permanent part time 0.9FTE (36 hours per week)
  • Use your passion for advocacy and support in helping turoro (patients) through the hospital system
  • Initially hours of work to be Monday - Friday
  • , however this role will be responsible for a late shift in the future this can be discussed further at interview stage.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

    In this role every day is different.

    As a valued member of the Hauora Maori team, you become part of the Multi Disciplinary Team, Doctors, Nurses and Allied Health professionals just to name a few.

    We work together to reach the best outcome for the turoro and whanau.

    This role's primary responsibility is to assist turoro (patients) through the hospital system and make the journey as smooth as possible.

    Be present with turoro permission, at appointments or bedside consultations to be a set of ears for the turoro or whanau.

    Put in place where and when required and with turoro permission, community supports.

    In this role, you will be responsible for :

    • To assist in developing an environment of opportunity and choice for turoro and whanau consistent with Te Tiriti o Waitangi
    • Provide guidance, support, and facilitation to Maori patients to deliver a quality bi-cultural service
    • Record and complete in a timely manner, patient interactions in clinical records to agreed standards to aid treatment planning
    • Provide Health information / education to Maori patients and whanau to enhance recovery and support positive changes in behaviours
    • Build and maintain collaborative relationships for benefit of Maori patients and whanauAbout You
    • Your skills will include :

    • Intermediate computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Highly motivated and able to multitask
    • Work with a wide range of people and organisations
    • An understanding and knowledge of Te Reo and Tikanga Maori
    • Demonstrate a high level of personal discipline and professionalism
    • Substantial experience in Maori health or social sectors, and community development is desirable 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.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Kaimahi • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand