Cultural Health Worker

4 days ago


Timaru, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Full time

Health New Zealand - South Canterbury, Timaru Hosptial, Permanent Part Time - 0.5 FTE
- Monday to Friday hours between 8am-5pm

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

**About the Role**

Pukenga Atawhai Māori, Cultural Health worker works as part of the Critical Care team under Clinical Direction that provide a range of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic interventions including Te Whare Tapa Wha, and direct cultural care and support services to Takata Whaiora Whanau, Hapu & Iwi. This role will work collaboratively with all health professionals as part of the wider Critical Care multi-disciplinary team, and Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury, in a way that is consistent with services vision and values. You may be required to work in other departments across Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury Hospital, Primary and Community Services.

**About you**

We are seeking applicants with a relevant cultural qualification and experience in Hauora or Māori Social sector and or community development.

Other Success factors this role includes;
- Knowledge of Tikanga and Māori social and community structures along with a proficient understanding of Te Reo Rangatira me nga Tikanga Māori
- Excellent ability to work within team environments in Clinical, Medical and Te Ao Māori settings.
- Developed relationships with Te Runaka o Arowhenua me Te Runaka o Waihao Maataa Waka ki Te Aitarakihi me Te Whare Mahana ki Manahuna
- Strong communication, analytical and social skills.
- Sound oral and written communication skills and computer skills and use of Microsoft tools

**Working at Health New Zealand**

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

**Salary Band**

Step 3 of the PSA Allied Health Collective and or Group B Level 1 or 2 Health and Community works scale, depending on experience and qualifications.

**How to Apply**

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Close Date: 6 June 2025

Position description

Permanent/Part Time

**Job no**:EXAL5138621

**Location**:Timaru Hospital

**Closing Date**:Friday, 6 June 2025



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