Job Vacancies
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Kaimahi Kaiārahi — Putikitiki
Employer: Te Kōhao Health | Location: Kirikiriroa | Type: Full time
About the role
We are seeking a values-driven Kaimahi Kaiārahi to join Putikitiki, supporting whānau to set goals, navigate services, and achieve better health and wellbeing. You will walk alongside whānau, uphold tikanga and manaaki, and connect them with the right supports at the right time.Key responsibilities
Build trusted relationships with whānau and create practical whānau plans
Advocate and navigate across health, social and education services
Coordinate referrals and follow-ups, track progress, and record outcomes accurately
Work closely with our clinical and community teams to remove barriers for whānau
About you
Strong communicator with proven experience in whānau support or community services
Competent in te ao Māori, comfortable engaging in tikanga and basic reo Māori
Organised, reliable, and tech-savvy for notes, reporting and email
Full NZ driver licence and ability to pass safety checks
Why Te Kōhao Health
Purpose-led kaupapa Māori organisation making a real difference for whānau
Supportive team, professional development, and meaningful mahi every day
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Kaitiaki – Security — Putikitiki
Employer: Te Kōhao Health | Location: Kirikiriroa | Type: Full time
About the role
We are seeking a reliable and professional Kaitiaki – Security to join our Putikitiki team. This role is about keeping our people and place safe, ensuring whānau, kaimahi and visitors feel secure and supported.Key responsibilities
Provide a visible and reassuring presence on site
Monitor facilities, manage entry points, and maintain a safe environment
De-escalate situations calmly and respectfully, guided by tikanga and manaaki
Respond to incidents quickly and appropriately
Work closely with kaimahi to support the smooth running of Putikitiki
About you
Proven experience in security or related roles
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with whānau and staff
Knowledge of tikanga Māori and commitment to kaupapa Māori values
Security licence preferred (or willingness to obtain)
Full NZ driver licence and ability to pass safety checks
Why Te Kōhao Health
Work in a kaupapa Māori environment where whānau wellbeing comes first
Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities
Be part of an organisation making a difference in our community
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Full-time | Based in Kirikiriroa
Mō Te Kōhao Health:
At Te Kōhao Health, our mission is clear, we exist to enable strong, healthy, and thriving whānau through kaupapa Māori approaches that honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and uplift tino rangatiratanga.
We are guided by our values of Mana Rangatira, Pono me te Tika, Te Reo me ōna Tikanga, Kotahitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Whakaputanga – and we’re looking for someone who shares these values to join our new Kaiwhiriwhiri Whānau team.
About the Role:
As a Kaiwhiriwhiri Whānau, you’ll walk alongside whānau, helping them to navigate life’s challenges and achieve their goals. You’ll support whānau to dream big, plan ahead, and access the services and resources they need to thrive.
This role is grounded in manaaki, kōrero, and action – building strong relationships and providing practical, wraparound support in a way that is culturally safe, strengths-based, and whānau led.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Working one-on-one with whānau to develop tailored plans for change and wellbeing
• Supporting whānau to access housing, education, health, employment and social supports
• Advocating for whānau needs and aspirations
• Building trusting relationships based on aroha, tautoko, and tikanga Māori
• Collaborating with other services and kaimahi across Te Kōhao and beyond
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
• Is passionate about empowering whānau Māori
• Has strong communication, relationship, and problem-solving skills
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Is comfortable working in kaupapa Māori environments and with te reo me ōna tikanga
• Has a full driver’s licence and is confident navigating systems (MS Office, case notes, referrals etc.)
• Experience in social services, health, education or community work is a bonus – but the right attitude, values and heart for whānau are essential
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a growing, values-led team making real impact for our people
• Work in a supportive kaupapa Māori environment
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and cultural growth
• You’ll be backed by a strong leadership team and supported every step of the way
Keen to Join?
If you’re ready to help transform the lives of whānau and want to be part of something meaningful – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out for a kōrero. You can send your CV to admin@tekohaohealth.co.nz
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What You'll Be Doing:
Supporting wahine hapū and their whānau across the pregnancy and early parenting journey.
Providing culturally grounded, whānau-centred care from birth to age five.
Working collaboratively with our wider team; midwife, navigators, and clinicians.
Promoting hauora and wellbeing through kaupapa Māori education and support.
What We’re Looking For:
A registered Midwife with a current APC.
Passion for working with whānau Māori and a heart for community.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Confidence in navigating both clinical settings and te ao Māori spaces.
Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and our organisational values: Mana Rangatira, Pono me te Tika, Te Reo me ōna Tikanga, Kotahitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Whakaputanga.
Why Te Kōhao?
You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven team committed to whānau transformation.
You’ll get to be yourself – your reo, your tikanga, your whānau values are part of the job.
You'll have the opportunity to grow and lead in a space where mātauranga Māori and clinical excellence go hand in hand.
Ready to join us?
If you’re ready to be part of something meaningful – something that truly uplifts whānau – we’d love to hear from you.Apply now or reach out for a kōrero.
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Join Us as a Health Improvement Practitioner – Make a Lasting Impact in Waikato!
At Te Kōhao Health, we believe in empowering individuals and whānau to live their healthiest lives. As a member of our team you will hold a current registration to one of the following:
· Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act (HPCA)
· Dapaanz
· Social Work Registration Authority (SWRB)
· New Zealand Association of Counsellors
What you’ll do:
Deliver timely evidence-based brief interventions for individuals, groups, and whānau across all age groups, addressing holistic health conditions.
Apply Te Pae Mahutonga, Whānau Ora, and Mahi a Atua frameworks to ensure care is whānau-centred, culturally appropriate, and holistic.
Empower individuals and whānau to thrive by supporting whānau-led care that is whānau-centric and whānau-empowered.
Work directly within General Practices and whānau to offer brief behavioural interventions that empower patients to take charge of their own health journey, i.e. FACT (Focused acceptance commitment therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Mindfulness.
Provide seamless transitions between general practice services and community-based organizations, NGOs, and specialty services.
Demonstrates creativity, flexibility, and a desire to learn the Waikato community.
If you are passionate about improving health outcomes and working in an environment that values excellence in healthcare, this is the role for you! Apply Now!
How to Apply: Please reach out to us via email at admin@tekohaohealth.co.nz or visit our About Us page on our website for more information.
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Join Our Team as a Support Worker!
At Te Kōhao Health, we believe in empowering individuals and whānau to live their healthiest lives. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Support Worker to join out team
What you’ll do:
· Work directly with General Practices across Waikato to provide tailored, consultation-based services.
· Help patients of all ages make informed decisions about their well-being through evidence-based behavioural interventions. Whether it’s supporting mental health, physical health, or both, your role will be integral in guiding individuals towards a healthier, more balanced life.
What we’re looking for:
A genuine passion for helping people improve their health and well-being.
A collaborative spirit to work alongside an integrated healthcare team within a General Practice clinic.
Someone who is creative in their thinking and eager to engage with innovative health promotion models and make a lasting impact on the community.
Apply Te Pae Mahutonga, Whānau Ora, and Mahi a Atua frameworks to ensure care is whānau-centred, culturally appropriate, and holistic.
Deliver timely evidence-based brief interventions for individuals, groups, and whānau across all age groups, addressing holistic health conditions.
If you’re ready to make a difference and help individuals and whānau thrive in their pursuit of holistic health and happiness, take the next step in your career and help create a healthier, happier future for Waikato!
How to Apply: Please reach out to us via email at admin@tekohaohealth.co.nz or visit our About Us page on our website for more information.
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Full-time | Hamilton
Te Kōhao Health is seeking a culturally grounded, compassionate, and adaptable team player to walk alongside whānau throughout their cancer care journey. This role focuses on supporting whānau from prevention and early detection through to treatment, survivorship, or palliative care — ensuring they receive timely, culturally grounded, and equitable support.
The ideal person has lived experience and the ability to quickly build rapport with both whānau and hospital teams. They uphold te reo Māori me ōna tikanga and live the values of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, aroha, and kotahitanga. They communicate clearly and empathetically, can motivate and counsel people of all ages, and bring — or are open to developing — skills in navigation, education, or health and wellness.
You will:
Build trusted relationships with whānau, providing emotional, spiritual, and practical support.
Coordinate services across general practice, hospital, and community providers.
Advocate for equitable care and promote cancer prevention and early detection.
Ensure whānau maintain mana motuhake throughout their health journey.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of whānau, working within a kaupapa Māori framework that values mana, integrity, kotahitanga, and whanaungatanga.
Apply now to be part of a passionate team committed to improving cancer care outcomes for whānau.
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Cardiac & Stroke Kaimahi — Whaiora
Employer: Te Kōhao Health | Location: Kirikiriroa | Type: Full time
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Cardiac & Stroke Kaimahi to support whānau living with cardiac and stroke conditions. This role is focused on walking alongside whānau, helping them navigate health services, access the right support, and achieve better health outcomes.Key responsibilities
Support whānau with personalised care planning and goal setting
Provide health education on cardiac and stroke recovery and prevention
Coordinate with clinicians, kaimahi and external services for wraparound support
Advocate for whānau and reduce barriers to accessing care
Promote hauora and lifestyle changes to improve long-term wellbeing
About you
Background in health, nursing, social services or community support
Strong communication and advocacy skills, with empathy for whānau journeys
Ability to work collaboratively across clinical and kaupapa Māori settings
Knowledge of tikanga and commitment to working in a kaupapa Māori environment
Full NZ driver licence and ability to meet safety/vetting requirements
Why Te Kōhao Health
Join a kaupapa Māori organisation passionate about health equity
Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Make a meaningful difference for whānau in our community
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Whānau Ora Haumanu Kaimahi — Whaiora
Employer: Te Kōhao Health | Location: Kirikiriroa | Type: Full time
About the role
We are looking for a passionate Whānau Ora Haumanu Kaimahi to walk alongside whānau on their hauora journeys. This role focuses on supporting whānau to achieve their goals, improve wellbeing, and access the right services in a way that is mana-enhancing and grounded in tikanga Māori.Key responsibilities
Partner with whānau to develop plans that reflect their aspirations
Provide health and social support that is tailored to whānau needs
Coordinate with services, kaimahi and providers to ensure wraparound support
Advocate for whānau to remove barriers and strengthen access to care
Promote hauora practices and encourage self-determination for whānau wellbeing
About you
Experience in health, social services, or community-based whānau support
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and advocacy skills
Commitment to kaupapa Māori values and confidence engaging in tikanga
Strong organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team
Full NZ driver licence and ability to meet safety/vetting requirements
Why Te Kōhao Health
Work within a kaupapa Māori environment dedicated to whānau success
Join a supportive and collaborative team
Access to ongoing training and professional growth opportunities
Contribute to making a lasting impact in our community