Māori Health Advocate

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Tewhatuora Full time

About the Service

We are a tāngata hāpori/tāngata whaiora-led service that identifies and supports access to community resources and services to achieve their goals and aspirations.

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Your Key Responsibilities:

  • To interpret for whānau Māori and support them to communicate with wider team members.
  • To provide education to clinicians on Te Ao Māori and best practice for Māori healthcare.
  • To facilitate hui using Tikanga and ensure that all stakeholders understand and respect Māori cultural protocols.
  • To work collaboratively with other organizations to achieve sustainable outcomes for tāngata whaiora.
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About You

  • You have experience working in mental health, community health, or primary care settings.
  • You have a strong understanding of Māori culture and tikanga.
  • You are able to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • You are passionate about improving health outcomes for Māori.
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What We Offer

  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our clients.


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