Kaimahi Hauora Māori - Emergency Department

• Permanent full time 1.0FTE (40 hours per week), hours of work are Monday - Friday 15:30 - 24:00
• Bring your heart, culture, and mana to a role that makes a real difference for whānau Māori when they need it most
• Based at Christchurch Health Campus

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

We’re looking for a compassionate and confident Hauora Māori Worker to join our Emergency Department team. In this role, you’ll support Māori tūroro (patients) and their whānau to feel safe, understood, and cared for during their time in ED. You’ll help ensure that te ao Māori, tikanga, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles are embedded in the care we provide.

As a Hauora Māori Worker, you’ll:

• Provide whānau-centred and culturally safe support for Māori patients in the Emergency Department.
• Advocate for Māori health needs and help whānau navigate the hospital system.
• Uphold tikanga Māori and offer cultural guidance to ED staff.
• Strengthen relationships between whānau, clinicians, and Māori Health Services.
• Contribute to improving equity and health outcomes for Māori in emergency care.
  

This is a fast-paced environment where compassion, calmness, and strong communication skills are essential.

About You

Your skills will include:

• A strong understanding of te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori.
• Experience supporting tamariki and whānau Māori in health, education, or community settings.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, caring presence and ability to support whānau during times of stress.
• A genuine commitment to improving hauora and equity for tamariki Māori.
  

Relevant qualifications or experience in Māori health, social services, community work, or child/family support are an advantage.

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 Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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