Tauwhiro - Kaupapa Maori Social Worker

# Tauwhiro - Kaupapa Maori Social Worker at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Based in Tauranga | Bay of Plenty*** **Permanent Part-time position 0.5 FTE**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.**He kōrero mō te tūranga About the role**Join our team as we work to create a future where our mokopuna are raised in Mana Atua, Mana Tupuna, Mana Whenua, Mana Moana & Mana Tangata. This is a Allied Health role, working as a Kaupapa Māori Social Worker in a healthcare setting.* Permanent part time (20 hours per week)* Working as part of Te Pare ō Toi Tauwhiro and Allied Health Social Worker teams* Collaborating with a range of professional roles across Te Pare ō Toi and the wider Hauora a Toi services* Supporting whānau to achieve Toi Ora Partnering closely with other members of the healthcare team, particularly the Renal Specialty Team* Championing and supporting Toi Ora knowledge and cultural competence within the workforce* Ongoing support for continued learning and the application of new knowledge**Click here** to view the Position Description**About the Team/Service/ Location**Te Pare ō Toi is the Māori Health Service for Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty. We seek courageous, passionate, and driven individuals who are inspired by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and want to be part of leading a paradigm shift toward Toi Ora within Te Moana a Toi. Te Pare ō Toi Service is transforming into a `Change engine for Toi Ora as we progress our new strategy, Te Toi Ahorangi Rautaki 2030.**Click here** to learn more about the Bay of Plenty**He kōrero mōu About you**You will have previous experience working as a Kaupapa Māori Social Worker in a healthcare setting. Previous leadership experience is advantageous**What you will bring:*** A readiness to make a positive difference for whānau, hapū, and iwi* Tauwhiro Kaupapa Māori with passion and 5+ years experience* Experience in applying Kaupapa Māori models of practice (advantageous)* Leadership experience (advantages)* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong commitment to te reo me ōna tikanga* A strong drive to apply Te Ao Māori views, concepts, knowledge, and practices in your work* The ability to demonstrate, embody, and embed behaviours consistent with He Pou Oranga Tāngata Whenua and Hauora a Toi Manaakitanga values* Flexibility to work evening and/or weekend work as required**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 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 **7 July****2026.** If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]**Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.**## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes || Location: | Bay of Plenty || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 09-Jun-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 07-Jul-2026 || Reference: | TAU02466 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz | #J-18808-Ljbffr