Te Hiringa Matua Clinician / Mataora

Overview ROLE OVERVIEW: We are seeking a passionate and skilled Mataora/Registered Clinician to join our team of Mataora. In this role, you will provide clinical oversight, guidance, support, advocate for, and collaborate with our team to foster a culture of healing and resilience among whānau in distress throughout Te Tairawhiti. This is a full-time position, Gisborne and East Coast Communities – Te Tairawhiti. Integrating professional clinical practice with kaupapa Māori approaches, including Mahi a Atua, in alignment with Te Hiringa Matua’s Model of Care. The role aims to deliver culturally responsive, whānau-centered community mental health nursing grounded in Kaupapa Māori principles, supporting Māori individuals, whānau and communities experiencing mental health challenges with holistic, equitable, and culturally safe care. The Registered Clinician plays a vital role in improving mental health outcomes by integrating clinical excellence with tikanga Māori, supporting the mana motuhake of tangata whai ora and their whānau. Key Responsibilities Provide clinical guidance and support with the team of Mataora, ensuring delivery of evidence-based and culturally competent care. Advocate for the integration of Mātauranga Māori healing practices in service delivery. Foster a supportive environment for team members to grow and develop their skills. Engage with whānau to understand their unique needs and provide whānau-led support with hapū māmā, papa, pēpi and whānau. Facilitate active wānanga for team development and community engagement. Collaborate with local organizations and stakeholders to enhance service delivery. Qualifications & Requirements Registration in either Nursing, Social Work, Psychology or Addiction Practitioners' Association Aotearoa New Zealand (DAPAANZ) or working towards Full, clean NZ Driver's Licence Postgraduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing (or commitment to attain) Strong links with, and understanding of, local communities Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings Proficiency in Mātauranga Māori healing practices or a strong willingness to learn and engage in active wānanga Clinical assessment, analysis & planning experience in addiction support or mental health services Strong understanding of challenges faced by hapū māmā and whānau in the context of addiction Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills Commitment to cultural competence and sensitivity in all interactions Fluency or confidence in te reo Māori and understanding of Ngāti Porou tikanga Residence within the rohe or strong connections to the community Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Ottawa Charter Experience in kaupapa Māori services or with Māori communities What we offer A supportive workplace and collaborative environment grounded in tikanga Māori Opportunities for professional development, growth and supervision Opportunities to innovate and contribute to whānau ora outcomes Competitive salary and benefits NIB Health Insurance EAP and wellbeing support services Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The preferred and/or successful applicants will be willing to undergo pre-employment screening which may 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 Driver’s Licence. To request a copy of the job description email [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr