Community Connector - Pou Whānau Connector

Full-Time Community Development Community Services

Job Description

Ā tātou kōrero - Our story 

The Whakatōhea Māori Trust Board (‘Trust’) is situated in Ōpōtiki, a coastal town in the sunny Bay of Plenty. 

The Trust was established in 1952 and its primary role is to administer the assets of the trust on behalf of its beneficiaries and in accordance with the Māori Trust Board Act 1955. 

The Trust’s long-term vision” Ko te kai hoki i Waiaua - to be the food bowl that feeds the world”, confirms the Trusts entrepreneurial spirit, grounded in matauranga (knowledge) which weaves together our future strategic aspirations of being well educated, healthy, socially connected, economically and commercially sound; and living in a thriving environment. 

With the recent signing of the Whakatōhea Treaty Settlement, we are about to experience another period of growth. The Settlement will see the return of significant assets which will support numerous developments currently underway e.g. Whakatōhea Aquaculture program, the Ōpōtiki harbour development, and other land-based developments. It’s an exciting time to be a part of our continued success story. 

  

Te āheinga - The opportunity: 

The Pou Whānau Connector is responsible for providing Māori centred support, through the principles of strength-based recovery for whaiora with complex social needs that are self-referred or referred from another community service.   

You have an understanding of mainstream care models and tools, with the ability to weave in Kaupapa Māori practices, where whānau and mana enhancing goal setting is at the centre of planning.

This role can be based out of the Ōpōtiki facility or Kawerau office.

 

Ngā Kawenga me ngā Mahi – Duties & responsibilities: 

  • Receive Referrals and conduct Assertive Outreach to whaiora and their whānau using ngā kawa me ngā tikanga (mana enhancing processes).  
  • Accept referrals from the Police, Oranga Tamariki, the DHB and other contracted AOD services.  
  • Facilitate the link between whaiora, whānau and treatment services as per Pou Oranga, Social Worker, Employment Support and AOD service pathways. 
  • Support clients through their treatment journey, especially in times when there is risk of disengagement/non-attendance. 
  • Provide a conduit to support systems and strengthen whaiora and whānau confidence to engage and develop strategies.  
  • Facilitate/co-facilitate and participate in various settings and forums such as whānau hui, marae and community events.  
  • Ensure all relevant reporting and documentation is done accurately, within the privacy and practice guidelines and on time.  

 

Ngā wheako me ngā pūkenga - Experience & Skills required: 

  • Certificate or Diploma in Peer Support, Pae Tata Pae Tawhiti training is highly regarded.  
  • Experience in a similar role, within community peer support, social work or similar.  
  • Cultural competency where you work from a Te Ao Māori view, with elements of karakia, manaakitanga, whakawhanaungatanga, kaitiakitanga, whakatau, wananga and whakapapa enrich your practice.  
  • The ability to work with sub-cultures in the community and act as an advocate for whaiora and whānau.  

Organisation

Te Tāwharau o Te Whakatōhea

Job Summary

The Pou Whānau Connector is responsible for providing Māori centred support, through the principles of strength-based recovery for whaiora with complex social needs that are self-referred or referred from another community service.

How to apply

If your skills and experience match this role, please APPLY NOW! Submit your expression of interest to peopleandculture@whakatohea.co.nz requesting the job description. 

Check us out at: https://www.whakatohea.co.nz 

Due to the large number of applications, we will only contact shortlisted candidates.   

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:
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    Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
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    How many years' experience do you have as a Connector?
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    What's your expected annual base salary?
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    How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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    Do you own or have regular access to a car?

Sector

Not for Profit