Consumer and Whānau Leader, Mental Health & Addictions Service

Permanent Part Time role working 32 hours a week – based Whangarei

Are you seeking that role with real impact and meaning? Would you like to see the tangible outcome of your work, in your community, every day? At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we’re driving health equality for Te Tai Tokerau, and we want you to be a part of our diverse and passionate whānau.

Health New Zealand is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Consumer and Whānau Leader to join the Mental Health & Addictions Services team. The role will develop and facilitate systems and processes for consumer and whānau voices to be heard; as well as facilitate service workforce, consumers and whānau to work collaboratively in service improvement and service development.

This is a permanent, part time position working 32 hours per week between Monday and Friday.

About You

Working with a passionate, multi-disciplinary team who place great value on putting people first, you will be highly motivated and have excellent communication and computer skills. You will also have:

· Relevant experience with mental health and additions sector

· Experience working as a consumer or whanau leader or advisor

· Current full New Zealand drivers’ licence

If you are ready for your next challenge – apply today!

A career with Health New Zealand will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AH24-142

Closes: 22 September 2024