WHAKAPAPA KORERO – BACKGROUND

Te Hiringa Matua was established in 2017 as a pregnancy and parenting service to support hāpū māmā and parents of tamariki aged three years and under, who are experiencing multiple and complex challenges associated with alcohol and/or other drug use, and who are poorly connected to health and social services. The service aims to improve health and social outcomes for hāpū māmā and wider whanau, through early, whānau-centered, and coordinated support.

•       Aligned with this, the objectives of Te Hiringa Matua are to:

•       Increase access to, and equity of, health and social services for whānau.

•       Increase choice and responsiveness in addressing the holistic needs of whānau, including housing stability, financial hardship and other social determinants of health.

•       Reduce wait times and barriers to timely engagement with appropriate services.

To achieve this, Te Hiringa Matua Model of Care, prioritises Mātauranga Māori specific to Ngāti Porou and is underpinned by Mahi a Atua; an approach that utilises cultural constructs to reinterpret whānau distress e.g. wānanga and pūrākau.

Therapeutic interventions are informed by traditional Māori healing practices, including Rongoā Māori, Maramataka, Kapa Haka and Mahi Toi such as Mahi Raranga, Mahi Whakairo, Tukutuku and other creative art modalities.

It is expected that the person in this role will have, or be willing to develop, competence in the philosophy of Mahi a Atua and align their practice with the wider Model of Care

Integrate professional clinical practice with kaupapa Māori approaches, including Mahi a Atua, in alignment with Te Hiringa Matua’s Model of Care.

To deliver culturally responsive, whanau-centered community mental health nursing grounded in Kaupapa Maori principles. This role supports Maori individuals, whanau and communities experiencing mental health challenges, ensuring care is holistic, equitable, and culturally safe.

The Registered Clinician plays a vital role in improving mental health outcomes by integrating clinical excellence with tikanga Maori, supporting the mana motuhake of tangata whai ora and their whanau.

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TE KAUPAPA  O TE T0RANGA- POSITION PURPOSE:

This is a Full-time position, Te Tairawhiti - Potaka ki Te Toka a Taiau (Gisborne & East Coast) based. Integrating professional clinical practice with  kaupapa Māori approaches, including Mahi a Atua, in alignment with Te Hiringa  Matua’s Model of Care.

To deliver culturally responsive, whanau-centered community mental health nursing grounded in Kaupapa Maori principles. This  role supports Maori  individuals, whanau and communities experiencing mental health  challenges, ensuring care is  holistic, equitable, and culturally safe.

The Registered Clinician plays a vital  role in improving mental health outcomes by integrating clinical excellence with  tikanga Maori, supporting the mana motuhake of tangata whai ora and their whanau

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NGĀ TOHU MATAURANGA - QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

Must hold a recognised tertiary qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or equivalent health profession, and be currently registered with the relevant New Zealand regulatory authority, holding a current Annual Practising Certificate

Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

Experience in community or kaupapa Māori settings

Minimum 2 -3 years' experience in mental health nursing (community preferred)

Full, clean NZ Driver's License

Desirable:

Postgraduate Certificate in Mental  Health Nursing (or commitment to  attain)

Qualification in Mahi Toi e.g. Mahi  Whakairo, Raranga, Mirimirimi Romiromi, kapa haka etc.

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NGĀ PUKENGA ME NGĀ WHEAKO – SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE

Essential:

Sound understanding of Kaupapa Maori principles and Maori models of  health

Strong links  with, and understanding of, local communities.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings.

High level of cultural competency and safety.

Intermediate computer literacy (Microsoft 365, clinical  systems).

Flexible, self-motivated and  committed to whanau ora  outcomes.

Desirable:

Fluency or  confidence in te reo  Maori and understanding of Ngati Porou tikanga

Resides within the rohe  or has strong connections to the  community

Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Ottawa Charter

Previous experience working in kaupapa Maori services  or with Maori communities

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What we offer:

A supportive workplace grounded in tikanga Māori.

Opportunities for professional development and supervision.

Opportunities to innovate and contribute to whānau ora outcomes.

NIB Health Insurance

EAP and wellbeing support services

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a current Cover Letter and CV with your application, describing your motivation for joining Ngati Porou Oranga reflecting relevant skills and experience. 

Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand.  The preferred and/or successful applicants will be willing to undergo our pre-employment screening which can include Police Vetting, Child Checks, OT Vetting, Criminal Record Checks, Medical Checks, ID checks and Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing.   

COVID-19 Vaccination requirement:  Vaccination is essential for kaimahi as per our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.  New employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to commencing employment or in alternative, complete a risk assessment as a part of the recruitment process and/or any other reasonable measurements.  

60 Day Trial Periods:  In-line with NZ employment legislation, employment terms include up to, but not longer than, 60day trial periods, further information is available upon request. 

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