Kaihautu/ Practice Leader - Tu Manawa Ora Service Development and Improvement Mo matou – Our Organisation: Our organisation recognises Te Tiriti o Waitangi as the founding document of this nation and therefore, guided by the tenets thereof expects that Maori consumers of Mental Health and Addiction services and their whanau have the same rights to the highest standards of matauranga mate hinengaro care as everyone else.
This means, in effect, addressing the disparities in Mental Health for Maori consumers. Further to ensuring that tangata whaiora and their whanau receive the highest standards of professional assistance in actively managing Mental Health related conditions.
Purapura Whetu emphasises that integration of care involves developing a coherent and comprehensive understanding of the needs of tangata whaiora, and their whanau and is aimed at enhancing overall well-being rather than treating the treatment of specific disorders or problems.
Mo matou uara – Our Values Protecting the Tino Rangatiratanga of whanau and their right to quality care.
To promote the right of Maori through a Te Ao Maori perspective, inclusive of Tapu, Mana, Mauri, Whanaungatanga, Wairuatanga, Hinengaro, Tinana, Ukaipo and Matauranga Maori, to achieve lifelong growth and quality of life.
Te Whiwhinga mahi – The opportunity Delivering clinical leadership and excellence, as the Kaihautu/ Practice Leader, you will be a self-starter, passionate about improving the lives and well-being of our whaiora, their whanau, and committed to implementing our Whaia te iti Kahurangi model.
The Kaihautu/ Practice Leader will: To provide clinical oversight and practice leadership in the delivery and development of Best Practice through incorporation of Tu Manawa Ora Addiction treatment approaches To lead the continuous development of culturally driven , clinically focussed services that recognise and meet the specific needs of Whaiora and their whanau in the achievement of Hauora and recovery To work in partnership as a collective leadership team with the Service manager to collectively lead, implement and plan the service in line with the direction of the governance group Nga pumanawatanga ou – What you will bring As the Kaihautu/ Practice Leader : Your level of expertise inspires clinical excellence within the wider team.Significant knowledge and experience in Matauranga Maori models of practice to support recovery and hauora.With a clear understanding of best practice in addiction service delivery, you will be proactive in working alongside your team to drive quality outcomes.You thrive in environments where you work closely with people, evidencing a leadership style that builds respect spirit and fosters empowerment and pride.You are self-aware and empathetic with the ability to motivate and empower individuals.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a progressive and innovative organisation. We are looking for someone who will be the right cultural fit for our organisation and will add significant value to the lives of our whaiora, their whanau, and clinical team.
Applications will be assessed as they are received. For the job description and application form, please visit our website: www.pw.maori.nz/job-vacancies
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