Kaitautoko - Manawa Ora Programme

• Based in Mid North, Te Tai Tokerau
• Permanent, full time role (1.0FTE), working 40 hours per week between Mondays and Fridays
• Actively contribute to building healthier, more resilient communities across Northland by connecting families with essential support services and resources

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

As part of the Healthy Homes Initiative Programme, the Kaitautoko role will provide comprehensive housing assessments (CHA) for those whanau referred to the programme. In this rewarding role, you will support whanau in their journey with the aim to finding a warm, dry and healthy home. You will build trusted relationships with whānau, empowering them through education and support to maintain healthy living environments. As a strong advocate, you will connect clients with the right health and social services, helping ensure long-term wellbeing and housing stability.

This role is a full time, permanent role working across the Northland region, based in the Mid North with regular travel across the area.

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About the Team/Service/Location

Our Manawa Ora team sits within a wider Community Clinical Services, all with a focus on prevention and wellbeing. The team is made up of clinicians, kaiawhina and administration. You will be a part of a highly motivated team committed to improving health outcomes for our whanau and tamariki. We also focus on enjoying work and having the opportunity to grow.

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About you

We are looking for an honest, highly self-motivated and committed individual who excels at putting customers first. You will have experience in prioritising changing workloads while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.

• NZ full drivers licence
• High level of interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to connect with a wide range of people and quickly build effective relationships
• Prioritisation and organisation skills
• A commitment to biculturalism and achieving equitable outcomes 

Ideally, you will have previous experience in social or health agencies, or in working with the building or housing industry.

Working at 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 22 September, 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team on NL-jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.