Pou Aarahi Rito (Team Lead Early Years)

Overview

At Raukura Hauora O Tainui, we provide an extensive range of primary and community health care services within our communities. We offer services for all ages and backgrounds, delivered by qualified and experienced staff. As a Maaori health organisation, we have a strong tikanga Maaori based approach to providing better health solutions for all. Our values include doing the right thing, at the right time, every time, advocating for Maaori and equity, and aroha and Manaakitanga for the people we serve.

Our Vision : Kia whai hua i te toonuitanga – To pursue the rewards of a thriving and prosperous way of life.

Our Philosophy : Mehemea karekau ana he whakakitenga, ka mate te Iwi - Where there is no vision, the people will perish.

Our Mission : To deliver kaupapa Maaori health and wellbeing services to all people living in the rohe of Tainui waka.

Our Values : Pono me te Tika – Honest and true, we speak directly and operate honestly in a safe, inclusive environment, free of blame

Kia uu – We preserve and advocate for our rights, taking leadership for the wellbeing of others

Tiakitanga – We protect, take care of and serve our people

Kia Kotahi nei – We stand together as one, drawing on each other’s strengths

Aroha – We treat everyone and ourselves with love, care and respect.

About the role

The Pou Aarahi Rito Tuatahi (Team Lead Early Years) is responsible for overseeing and improving the delivery of high-quality, culturally safe care across the Waikato region. Providing clinical expertise and leadership, ensuring equitable access and timely services, while upholding contractual obligations and performance targets; primarily across the Waikato region, as well as other regions ‘as required’ e.g. Taamaki Makaurau region.

Flexibility is key as this role also involves advocating for whaanau and working across diverse settings, including clinics, homes, and community spaces, to maximize health and well-being outcomes.

This role is based in Huntly and is Monday to Friday 8 : 30am to 5pm.

Responsibilities

• Lead an integrated team of clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure a coordinated, recovery-focused, and multi-disciplinary approach to care
• Oversee and maintain operational systems and databases to meet service delivery and compliance requirements
• Proactively manage resources to support the efficient and effective delivery of care
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with kaimahi and external service providers
• Produce and analyse data related to Early Years and Community Health Services to monitor performance and inform decision-making
• Work collaboratively with the General Manager to meet all contractual obligations and service targets
• Provide timely and accurate reports to the General Manager, contributing to strategic planning and service development
• Monitor and review service delivery to ensure best practice standards are met, maintained, and regularly evaluated
• Foster a cohesive, high-performing team environment that prioritises clinical excellence, cultural safety, and whānau-centred care

To be considered for this role you will need to have

What we offer

It is mandatory to have

If this sounds like you and you would like to work within a strong supportive and growing team environment, be part of the movement!

How to apply

Please fill out our application form first by following this link :

Press “Quick Apply” and ensure that you attach a copy of your CV and Cover Letter.

Please note : We appreciate all applications received; however, only those who meet the necessary qualifications and requirements for the position will be contacted for further consideration.

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