Kaimahi Hauora Māori

5 days ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$85,000 per year
  • 1 x Permanent part time 0.9FTE (36 hours per week)
  • Use your passion for advocacy and support in helping tūroro (patients) through the hospital system
  • Initially hours of work to be Monday - Friday , however this role will be responsible for a late shift in the future this can be discussed further at interview stage.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

In this role every day is different. As a valued member of the Hauora Māori team, you become part of the Multi Disciplinary Team, Doctors, Nurses and Allied Health professionals just to name a few. We work together to reach the best outcome for the tūroro and whānau.

This role's primary responsibility is to assist tūroro (patients) through the hospital system and make the journey as smooth as possible. Be present with tūroro permission, at appointments or bedside consultations to be a set of ears for the tūroro or whānau. Put in place where and when required and with tūroro permission, community supports.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

  • To assist in developing an environment of opportunity and choice for tūroro and whānau consistent with Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • Provide guidance, support, and facilitation to Māori patients to deliver a quality bi-cultural service
  • Record and complete in a timely manner, patient interactions in clinical records to agreed standards to aid treatment planning
  • Provide Health information/education to Māori patients and whānau to enhance recovery and support positive changes in behaviours
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships for benefit of Māori patients and whānau

About You

Your skills will include:

  • Intermediate computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly motivated and able to multitask
  • Work with a wide range of people and organisations
  • An understanding and knowledge of Te Reo and Tikanga Māori
  • Demonstrate a high level of personal discipline and professionalism
  • Substantial experience in Māori health or social sectors, and community development is desirable

However we want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, 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.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply for the role please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 30th November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at

Please note, we will be reviewing applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

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