Kaimanaaki Rongoā | Community Health Worker - Rongoā

Kaimanaaki Rongoā | Community Health Worker - Rongoā Ngāti Hine Health Trust | Kawakawa, Northland Join a kaupapa Māori organisation making a difference for whānau At Ngāti Hine Health Trust (NHHT) , our mission is simple: "Me ū ki te Tū o Ngāti Hine, ko te oranga te take" Holding fast to the values and tikanga of Ngāti Hine to uplift the wellbeing of our whānau, hapū and hāpori. As one of Te Tai Tokerau's leading Māori health and social service providers, NHHT delivers a wide range of services including health, disability support, mental health and addictions, primary care, housing, education, social services, corrections, Whānau Ora, and Māori broadcasting. With offices across Kawakawa, Whangārei, Kaikohe, Pakaraka, Moerewa and Kaeo, we are committed to creating equitable and culturally responsive outcomes for our communities. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and community-focused Kaimanaaki Rongoā | Community Health Worker to join our Rongoā team. This role supports whānau accessing NHHT's Rongoā services through engagement, education, administration, and wraparound support. You will help ensure whānau can access the care they need while promoting hauora and wellbeing through a kaupapa Māori approach. You will play an important role in: Supporting whānau to engage with Rongoā and wider NHHT services Providing culturally safe and responsive support and education Assisting with clinic administration and reception functions Booking appointments and supporting attendance at clinics Maintaining accurate client records and reporting information Building positive relationships with whānau and community stakeholders Supporting a welcoming, mana-enhancing environment within the Rongoā service What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who is passionate about improving health outcomes for Māori and is confident working alongside whānau in a culturally grounded environment. Essential Skills and Experience Experience in community health, social services, administration, or a related field Understanding of Rongoā Māori and kaupapa Māori models of care Strong relationship-building and communication skills Ability to engage effectively with whānau across diverse situations Excellent organisational and administration skills Strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Full New Zealand Driver Licence Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries Knowledge of community services and referral pathways We Would Love to See A qualification in health, administration, social services, or a related discipline Knowledge of Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori Experience working with Māori communities Knowledge of Whānau Ora approaches Existing community networks within Te Tai Tokerau Experience in reception, customer service, or client-facing support roles Our Values At NHHT, our values guide everything we do: Manaaki – Enabling whānau voice Te Reo o Ngāti Hine – Our language, our voice Whanaungatanga – Kinship and relationships Kotahitanga – Unity of purpose Pukepukerau – Diverse leadership Mana Motuhake – Inter-dependent whānau Why Join NHHT? Make a meaningful difference in the lives of whānau and communities Work within a kaupapa Māori environment grounded in tikanga and Ngāti Hine values Be part of a supportive and passionate team Access opportunities for professional development and learning Contribute to positive health and wellbeing outcomes across Te Tai Tokerau Applicants Must Have A current Full NZ Driver Licence Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand A commitment to kaupapa Māori values and culturally responsive practice Apply Now If you are passionate about hauora, whānau wellbeing, and supporting Māori health outcomes through Rongoā Māori, we'd love to hear from you. For more information about Ngāti Hine Health Trust, visit <www.nhht.co.nz> Applications close: 22 September 2026