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WHĀNAU CENTERED FAMILY VIOLENCE SUPPORT (FULL TIME)

Maataa Waka Ki Te Tau Ihu is a Kaupapa Māori Hauora Provider based in Wairau.  

We are looking for a Whānau Centered Family Violence Support Kaimahi commencing as soon as possible, 

To provide

  • direct services to whānau that restore safety and wellbeing where family violence has /or is at risk of occurring. 

  • Mana Wahine group facilitation. 

Other key components of the role are

  • Complete whānau assessment using Te Whare Tapa Wha assessment tool.  

  • Support all whānau members to identify goals to develop safety plans with tasks identified to ensure success, with a focus on achieving change to prevent family violence from recurring. 

  • Refer whānau to external or internal services and provide advocacy for whānau to engage in additional services as identified in the plan.   

  • Work collaboratively with internal and external services during the intervention.   

  • Provide education and support for whānau to better understand family violence and strategies to reduce reoccurrence.  

  • Complete client evaluations to measure outcomes.   

The ideal candidate will have

  • Leadership skills – a role model  

  • Relationship management skills – form strong collaborative, professional relationships with whānau, Maataa Waka kaimahi and external agencies 

  • Problem solving and Analysis skills – solve problems and identify discrepancies and proactively remedy 

  • Communication Skills – Excellent active listening 

  • Facilitation skills – group or one on one 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi 

  • Knowledge of the local Māori and wider community 

To request a job description and application form please email leona@maataawaka.co.nz

Applications close at 5pm Friday 3rd April 2026