Full Time Application Closes 16 Aug 2024 Auckland - South Auckland Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselor Kua awhinatia e Otihi te tokomano tangata kua raru i te inu waipiro, i te puroi, i te mate kaiwarawara. Ko to matou e whakapono marika nei, me whai aheinga ngai tatou o Aotearoa ki te eke ki nga taumata tiketike o te ora, ki te whai tumanakotanga mo to ratou anamata, a, ka whai tikanga o ratou piringa katoa.E rapu ana matou i tetahi tangata, mohio ki te reo Maori, mohio hoki ki nga tikanga tuku iho hei whakaki i te turanga ukiuki Kaiarahi Maori i roto i te kaupapa Nga Pou Tohutohu kei roto i te whare herehere o Kohuora, Wiri. He kaupapa ahurea rua tenei e hangai pu ana ki te whakarauora i te hunga kua riro i te mate kaiwarawara. Ka riro mau nga kaupapa Maori o Nga Pou Tohutohu e amo ake, a, ka kaha awhinatia o hoa mahi me nga tangata whai ora i roto i nga ahurea Maori. Ko te whainga matua, ka tautokohia nga tangata whai ora kia tutuki ai i a ratou o ratou na whainga hau ora i te taha o to tima i runga ano i te whakaaro kotahi.Odyssey has supported thousands of New Zealanders whose lives are affected by alcohol, drugs or other addiction challenges. We wholeheartedly believe that everyone living in New Zealand should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest, to feel hopeful about their future and to have meaningful relationships with friends and whanau.We are currently seeking a person who is fluent in te reo Maori and understands tikanga Maori to fill a permanent full-time position Kaiarahi Maori - Cultural lead, within our programme Nga Pou Tohutohu based at Kohuora, Auckland South Corrections facility for men in Wiri. This is a bi-cultural programme aimed at restoring the wellbeing of people suffering from addiction.You will uplift the cultural content within Nga Pou Tohutohu and provide cultural support to kaimahi and tangata whai ora (people seeking wellness). The main aim being, helping them to achieve their treatment goals and working collectively with your colleagues.Our ideal candidate will have: Fluency in te reo Maori, both spoken and written Confidence in tikanga Maori, including mihi whakatau/whaikorero, kapa haka, and marae protocol Demonstrated knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Demonstrated involvement with hapu and iwi including active involvement in marae activities Passion for using purakau, te reo Maori and tikanga to support tangata whai ora (people seeking wellness) and an ability to create an environment where they can meet their full potential. Full drivers' licence Odyssey can offer you: A competitive salary depending on skills and experience. A $2000 location allowance on top of your salary 22 days annual leave and 5 days paid study leave per annum. A dedicated and supportive team that is passionate about what we do. Training, cultural supervision and professional development opportunities. Closing date: 16 August 2024 Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from Maori and Pasifika candidates.
