Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch

Permanent part-time (20 hours per week)

Location

Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch

Role Overview

As a Kaiawhina you will engage with Tangata Whaiora and their whānau at the point of referral to ensure any barriers for accessing maimoatanga are addressed. You will support them through their journey by providing culturally appropriate care, and share your knowledge of Tikanga and Taonga Māori with colleagues to support culturally appropriate practices. This new role gives voice to our commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ensures Māori partnership is at the forefront of our practice.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Tangata Whaiora and their whānau at the point of referral to identify and address barriers to access maimoatanga.
• Support patients and whānau through their treatment journey, providing culturally appropriate care.
• Share knowledge of Tikanga and Taonga...