Kaimahi Hauora Maori - Emergency Department

Permanent full time 1.0FTE (40 hours per week), hours of work are Monday - Friday 15 :

• : 00Bring your heart, culture, and mana to a role that makes a real difference for whanau Maori when they need it mostBased at Christchurch Health CampusHealth 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 RoleWe're looking for a compassionate and confident Hauora Maori Worker to join our Emergency Department team.

In this role, you'll support Maori turoro (patients) and their whanau to feel safe, understood, and cared for during their time in ED.

You'll help ensure that te ao Maori, tikanga, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles are embedded in the care we provide.Provide whanau-centred and culturally safe support for Maori patients in the Emergency Department.Advocate for Maori health needs and help whanau navigate the hospital system.Uphold tikanga Maori and offer cultural guidance to ED staff.Contribute to improving equity and health outcomes for Maori in emergency care.This is a fast-paced environment where compassion, calmness, and strong communication skills are essential.About YouYour skills will include : A strong understanding of te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori.A calm, caring presence and ability to support whanau during times of stress.A genuine commitment to improving hauora and equity for tamariki Maori.Relevant qualifications or experience in Maori health, social services, community work, or child / family support are an advantage.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 ZealandHealth 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 serve our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo 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

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