Te Kaupapa o te Tūranga  – Position Purpose

Are you passionate about supporting whānau and tamariki to live free from harm?

We are seeking a full-time Whāngaia Whakairo (Family Harm) Kaiawhina to provide culturally grounded support and intervention for whānau experiencing family harm across the Ngati Porou rohe.

In this role, you will work alongside whānau to strengthen safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes through advocacy, assessment, planning, and collaboration with services. You will be part of a collective, kaupapa Māori approach that empowers whānau to create positive and lasting change.

You will play a key role in supporting tamariki and contributing to safer, stronger whānau across our communities.

Ngā Kawenga Matua – Key  Responsibilities

• Operations: Provide culturally safe, whānau-centred support and intervention services
• Stakeholder Engagement:  Build trusted relationships with whānau, hapū, iwi, and partner agencies
• Risk Management: Identify and respond to risk, ensuring safety planning and appropriate     escalation
• Programme Support: Contribute to prevention initiatives and community-based programmes
• Communication: Maintain accurate records and provide clear, timely reporting

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Ngā Tohu Mātauranga – Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in social services, health, or a related field or equivalent experience    
• Full, clean New Zealand  Driver Licence

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Ngā Pūkenga me Ngā Wheako – Skills & Experience

• Experience working with whānau in social services, family harm, or community settings
• Ability to engage in a culturally responsive, mana-enhancing way
• Strong understanding of tikanga Māori and kaupapa Māori practice
• Experience in assessment, planning, and supporting whānau in complex situations
• Ability to work collaboratively across services and with external agencies
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

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Te Painga o te Mahi Tahi me Mātou – What We Offer

• A supportive workplace grounded in tikanga Māori
• Opportunities for professional development and supervision
• The ability to make a real difference for whānau and tamariki
• NIB Health Insurance
• EAP and wellbeing support services

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Te Painga o te Mahi     Tahi me Mātou – What We Offer

To apply, please submit a current Cover Letter and CV with your application, describing your motivation for joining Ngati Porou Oranga reflecting relevant skills and experience.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand.  The preferred and/or successful applicants will be willing to undergo our pre-employment screening which can include Police Vetting, Child Checks, OT Vetting, Criminal Record Checks, Medical Checks, ID checks and Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing.

Must hold a current New Zealand Full Drivers Licence.

COVID-19 Vaccination requirement:  Vaccination is essential for kaimahi as per our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.  New employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to commencing employment or in alternative, complete a risk assessment as a part of the recruitment process and/or any other reasonable measurements.  

To request a copy of the job description email  careers@tronp.org.nz 

60 Day Trial Periods:  In-line with NZ employment legislation, employment terms include up to, but not longer than,60day trial periods, further information is available upon request.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and interviews maybe held as applications are received.

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