Cultural Health Worker Based in Critical Care Health New Zealand South Canterbury, Timaru Hosptial, Permanent Part Time 0.5 FTE Monday to Friday hours between 8am-5pm Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, were building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whnau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role Pukenga Atawhai Mori, Cultural Health worker works as part of the Critical Care team under Clinical Direction that provide a range of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic interventions including Te Whare Tapa Wha, and direct cultural care and support services to Takata Whaiora Whanau, Hapu & Iwi. This role will work collaboratively with all health professionals as part of the wider Critical Care multi-disciplinary team, and Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury, in a way that is consistent with services vision and values. You may be required to work in other departments across Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury Hospital, Primary and Community Services.

About you We are seeking applicants with a relevant cultural qualification and experience in Hauora or Mori Social sector and or community development. Other Success factors this role includes; Knowledge of Tikanga and Mori social and community structures along with a proficient understanding of Te Reo Rangatira me nga Tikanga Mori Excellent ability to work within team environments in Clinical, Medical and Te Ao Mori settings. Developed relationships with Te Runaka o Arowhenua me Te Runaka o Waihao Maataa Waka ki Te Aitarakihi me Te Whare Mahana ki Manahuna Strong communication, analytical and social skills.

Sound oral and written communication skills and computer skills and use of Microsoft tools Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the weaving of wellness. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Mori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. Salary Band Step 3 of the PSA Allied Health Collective and or Group B Level 1 or 2 Health and Community works scale, depending on experience and qualifications. How to Apply Please apply for this vacancy online directly via our careers portal at https://scdhb.

careercentre.net.nz If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Close Date: 6 June 2025 Position description.