Kaiāwhina - Infant & Maternal Mental Health

KAIĀWHINA – INFANT & MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH

Location: South Waikato

Fixed-term: Until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of further funding till 30 June 2027

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Applications will be reviewed as they're received, so don't delay—apply today

Join Our Team - Kaiāwhina, Infant & Maternal Mental Health

Are you passionate about supporting hapū māmā, pēpi, and whānau to thrive? We are a Māori health service provider seeking a dedicated Kaiāwhina to join our flexible and supportive team. This is your opportunity to make a real difference for whānau in South Waikato.

Ko wai mātou │About us

You'll become part of a small, committed team focused on breaking down barriers and delivering whānau-centred care. Our approach ensures whānau have improved access to maternal wellbeing services and better outcomes for māmā, pēpi and whānau. We work in partnership with our practices, communities, and people to achieve equitable outcomes, guided by our values: Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, Kotahitanga, and Pono.

Ko te tūranga mahi │ About the role

We're excited to invite an enthusiastic Kaiāwhina to join our Team. You will:

• Provide culturally responsive support and coordinate access to health and social services for hapū māmā, pēpi, and whānau experiencing maternal distress or related challenges.
• Foster strong relationships with whānau, local communities, and partner organisations to promote maternal and infant mental health and deliver tailored health education and promotion activities.

Ko ngā wheako ōu │ About you

If you are grounded in Te Ao Māori and passionate about whānau-centred support, we encourage you to apply.

Essential:

• Builds trust and communicates effectively with māmā, pēpi, whānau, and partners, demonstrating cultural competency and respect.
• Identifies and responds to maternal mental health needs, including risk assessment and appropriate referrals, while delivering education and support in plain language.
• Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, maintains accurate records, and manages multiple priorities with strong organisational skills.
• Engages in ongoing learning, supervision, and self-care; holds relevant qualifications and experience, with a focus on supporting whānau wellbeing and accessing community resources.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to shape a new model of maternal wellbeing in South Waikato and Aotearoa

Join us in making a real difference for whānau and the South Waikato community.