Te Rūnanga o Kirikiriroa is a kaupapa Māori organisation based on a whānau first, tikanga based, wellbeing approach. Our organisation works to a model of care centred around our pou (guiding principles) of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, arohatanga, rangatiratanga, tika and pono. We deliver 30+ health and social services across the life span (i.e., from infants to the elderly) and have a team of over 100 people working across Hamilton city and beyond.
We have a Kaiawhina Support Worker – Residential position available at our Ngā Kapua o Te Ao, Mental Health Respite facility. Ngā Kapua o Te Ao is a 5-bed facility supporting whanaunga who require immediate respite for a short period of time.
Position available:
- Full time, 12-hour shift, rostered 4 days on, 4 days off shift rotation, Monday-Sunday
- From $25.50 per hour dependent on qualifications and experience, aligning with pay equity
We are seeking a Kaiawhina Support Worker - Residential who
- Prides themself on their ability to work to a whānau first, tikanga based, wellbeing approach
- Is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our whanaunga
- Has a positive and supportive mindset in supporting our whanaunga to achieve their goals and aspirations
- Demonstrates patience and calm by working alongside and at the pace of our whanaunga
- Works to a holistic approach to wellbeing
- Understands and actively demonstrates our pou
- Uses appropriate language and communication skills (e.g., tone, active listening) to fully understand the needs of the whanaunga
- Has a reasonable level of computer literacy to complete case notes and other electronic documents e.g., emails
You will have
- 1-3 years working in a kaupapa Māori environment
- 1-3 years support work experience
- A basic understanding of te ao Māori principles e.g., te reo and tikanga, and a willingness to learn more in this area
- A level 4 qualification in mental health and addiction or higher or a willingness to obtain a level 4 qualification in mental health and addiction
- Evidence of being fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19
- Full driver licence
- Proof of your right to work in New Zealand
If you enjoy working in a kaupapa Māori organisation, have a strong work ethic and your career pathway is working towards supporting our whanaunga, then this may be the role for you.
Benefits
- Work with a highly motivated, passionate team
- Work in a team with experienced leadership
- Be part of a wider organisation that seeks to improve the holistic wellbeing and development of urban Māori and Pasifika, as well as support anyone that walks through our doors
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Observe and practice te ao Māori principles daily
- Free parking
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