Mental Health Cultural Peer Support Worker (Ara Kaitiaki), Taupo An exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Cultural Peer Support Worker (Ara Kaitiaki), as part of our new Taupo based Closer to Home service, Te Toki Haumanu.
The roles present a real opportunity to make a positive difference for whānau and tangata whaiora in the Perinatal Mental Health Service.
We are looking for everyday people with a genuine desire to make a difference.
If that's you, come join us in empowering tangata whai ora (clients) towards recovery & wellbeing goals through community mobile care & support services.
The role is based in Taupō with a specific focus on the Southern Lakes area to enable better access for Whānau (hapū mama and mama with young pēpi) who live rural or remote.
You will work alongside perinatal clinicians (nurse, social worker, psychiatrist and others) and the role is aimed at providing direct health care and support, in conjunction with other providers, to meet the needs of hapū Mama (pregnant mothers), Mama and Pēpi (mother and her infant), with their family and whānau and or other natural supports.
Services include support during pregnancy.
The peer/support worker role will have clinical oversight, supervision and support.
At Te Whatu Ora Lakes we are proud to support people to live full lives within their communities; hopeful and connected to what matters to them the most.
The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou * Career development, with extensive training support * Grow in your knowledge of Matauranga Māori, kawa and tikanga * Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference for generations to come!
* Be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team * Work-life balance and an outdoor playground on your doorstep * Competitive salary (dependent on qualifications & experience) * Ability for additional earning through providing on-call * Full employer KiwiSaver contribution * Discounts at a range or local businesses * EAP Employee Assistance Programme He korero mō te tūranga - About the Role Our kai mahi (staff) all share a common goal of supporting tangata whai ora to live their best lives as independently as possible in the community.
Te Toki Haumanu Closer to Home services will provide care and support for people to support them to achieve their recovery and wellbeing goals with a key goal of avoiding admission to the Whare Whakaue ward or specialist services.
* Part time (up to 32 hours per week) * Working business hours, Monday – Friday from 8am to 4:30pm * On-call roster after hours and weekends As Pou Toko Ora (Cultural Peer Support Worker) you may be: * Supporting People with their recovery in their own home * Connecting or reconnecting them with their whānau and natural supports.
* Accompanying people through their whakapapa journey * Independent cultural opinion for people who may receive compulsory assessment or treatment * Inspiring hope and recovery * Empowering people to do the things they love, as independently as possible * Support people with budgeting or other skills to help manage the cost of living crisis * Attending appointments and advocating for people You | Mōu We want to see the real you in your application and welcome this in any creative form.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following: Able to build professional relationships with a wide range of people Have knowledge of Maori tikanga and kawa or willing to learn Applicants must be willing to obtain (if not already completed) an accredited New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Be culturally respectful and non-judgmental.
Have good professional boundaries.
You must hold a current full driver's licence.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply If this sounds like you, apply online now via can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click "APPLY NOW."
For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.
The selection process starts from the date of advertising.
To be eligible to work at Te Whatu Ora Lakes, you must be fully vaccinated, including COVID-19.
Click here for Collective Agreement (if applicable) Click here for Position Description Korero taunaki – About Us Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare to a population of 110,000 people from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand.
The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing.
Family friendly beaches are also an hour's drive away.
The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice.
Working at Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.
