Māori Cancer Care Kaiawhina Navigator

Qjumpers; Hastings; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga seeks a Kaiawhina to support whānau on their cancer journey, navigating services, attending appointments, and delivering health education in the community across Hawke's Bay. The role includes a Taiwhenua fleet vehicle for whānau transport to appointments and is a full-time fixed-term position until 30 June 2027, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm.

The service focuses on prevention, rapid diagnosis, and support/advocacy, with emphasis on whakapapa, tikanga, and te ao

Qualifications

• Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification.
• Understanding of the cancer care pathways from diagnosis to palliative care.
• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and tikanga.
• Proven ability working with Māori in a supportive way.
• Full Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Tautoko whānau to navigate complex health processes with a manaakitanga approach.
• Use Te Aho o Te Kahu Cancer Care Pathway principles to underpin mahi.
• Be guided by Māori models of practise and Te Ao Māori in engagement with whānau.
• Ensure diagnosis and treatment occur in a timely manner.

Skills

Full Drivers Licence

Education

Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification

Job description

Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga seeks a Kaiawhina to support whānau on their cancer journey, navigating services, attending appointments, and delivering health education in the community across Hawke's Bay. The role includes a Taiwhenua fleet vehicle for whānau transport to appointments and is a full-time fixed-term position until 30 June 2027, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm.

The service focuses on prevention, rapid diagnosis, and support/advocacy, with emphasis on whakapapa, tikanga, and te ao