Koroua/Kuia Mental Health and Addictions - Te Ara Maioha 0.5 FTE

• Gisborne Hospital
• Part-time (40 Hours per fortnight 0.5 FTE)
• Fixed Term – 6 Months

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

The primary purpose of the role is to:

Provide cultural advice and support to mental health & Addictions Services.

Support delivery of culturally safe services for Tangata Whaiora and their whanau

Provide guidance in Te ro maori, Tikanga and Kawa

Work with clinicians, community agencies, iwi and hapu to improve outcomes

Position Description: Koroua/Kuia Mental Health & Addictions

About the Team/Service/ Location

Te Ara Maioha consists of all Mental Health and Addictions services under Hospital and Specialist services within Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti. These services consist of ICAMHS, Te Whare Awhi Ora, Community Mental Health and Addictions, Mental Health Crisis Team, Cultural Assessment team and allied support services.

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About you

• Ability to korero in Te Reo Maori
• Knowledge of Tikanga and Kawa Maori
• Ability to work with Maori Iwi, Hapu and Whanau
• Ability to work alongside other agencies and professionals
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
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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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Cilla.Allen@tdh.org.nz

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