Location: Wellington, Hutt Valley, Wairarapa
Contract: Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE)
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly
grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building
a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
The
Central Region Eating Disorder Service (CREDS) is looking for a dynamic,
energetic Kaiawhina to join our unique multi-disciplinary team. This exciting role will focus on supporting Maori tangata whaiora and
their whanau as they journey through the service. It will work collaboratively
with the team to develop better pathways for Maori who experience eating
disorders, to enhance treatment outcomes. The purpose of the role is also to challenge stigma and discrimination and proactively
promote inclusion and diversity.
The salary range
for this role is $77,000 - $87,000 pro rated for hours worked.
About the Team/Service/ Location
CREDS offers treatment and therapy services to individuals
with eating disorders, as part of the Mental Health, Addictions and Intellectual
Disability Service (MHAID) operated by the Wairarapa, Hutt Valley and Capital
and Coast District Health Boards. We provide a full range of specialist
services to people with eating disorders in the greater Wellington area – from
nutritional counselling, outpatient therapy and psycho-social education through
to a 6-bed residential care facility and 7am-7pm therapeutic Day Programme.
CREDS
is excited to welcome a Kaiāwhina who can walk with us on our journey to better
understanding and responding to the needs of Whānau Māori.
About you
If you are passionate about restoring the wellness of those impacted by
eating disorders, have excellent communication skills and whakapapa please do
not hesitate to apply. Driving license is
essential.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring
excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that
is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and
service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori,
Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All
applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 25th March 2026. If you have
any questions about the role, please contact Emma Thompson at emma.thompson@mhaids.health.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed
with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
