Te Whiwhinga mahi – The opportunity

The Mana Ake Kaimahi is part of the multi-disciplinary team who work with primary school aged tamariki and their whanau who are facing mental health issues. The Mana Ake Kaimahi is an integral part of the service and works across the service to provide interventions which includes screening, assessment, treatment, and support.

Nga kawenga matua o te mahi – key responsibilities of the role

  • Screen, assess and provide treatment options to tamariki and their whānau
  • Be committed to providing a safe and supportive service for tamariki and their whānau
  • Evidence your commitment to Kaupapa Māori and Pasifika practice, knowledge, and skills
  • Have a thorough knowledge of the school and community-based mental health system in Canterbury

The ideal candidate

  • Must have experience in working with tamariki with mental health issues
  • Must be able to quickly form positive relationships with all people and whānau members
  • Must have an NZQA level 4+ qualification in a health or social work-related profession or working towards.
  • May have a current practicing certificate and membership to a professional body.
  • Has recent or current experience working in field work in Mental Health.
  • Has knowledge of and experience working with the Māori and Pasifika community

Mō mātou – Our Organisation

Purapura Whetū empowers people to reach their full potential through personal growth, positive mental health, and wellbeing. We embrace a Māori view of wellbeing and provide clinical and cultural support services to whānau in Canterbury.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates to provide high quality services to the whānau we serve.Any pātai, please contact Makera Hansen-James 021 2235 041

To apply: You can make your application through our website, via Seek  or by sending a CV and cover letter to careers@pw.maori.nz

Applications will be processed as they are received

Employer Request: “We prefer a video profile with your application - it helps us get to know you better and may increase your chances of being shortlisted.”

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