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While Korowai Tumanako is here to assist you during business hours, we understand that support may be needed at any time. Here are some 24-hour contacts you can reach out to if you need someone to talk to:

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In an emergency, always call 111.

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Stay safe and remember to be kind to one another.

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You’re not alone—help is always available.

KAIAWHINA/THERAPIST(S) WANTED

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Korowai Tumanako is expanding our therapeutic team across Tāmaki Makaurau and Te Tai Tokerau, offering an exciting opportunity for passionate kaimahi to join our kaupapa Māori specialist organization. We provide offsite services for whānau of all ages addressing harmful sexual or concerning sexualized behavior, along with crisis support and prevention for sexual violence.

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Role Overview
The position involves therapeutic engagement with whānau and collaboration with community agencies such as schools, social services, and relevant statutory bodies. Your work will focus on eliminating ‘mahi tūkino’ and promoting ‘toiora’ (whānau wellbeing). Our approach acknowledges historic and ongoing traumas, guiding our healing framework and clinical practice. There may also be opportunities to conduct sexual violence prevention workshops.

 

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

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  • Connection to Aotearoa’s hapū: A strong sense of whakapapa.

  • Cultural Knowledge: Lived experience and understanding of tikanga Māori and te reo.

  • Advocacy Skills: A passionate commitment to the safety and wellbeing of whānau.

  • Therapeutic Experience: Proven skills working with whānau in a therapeutic context.

  • Relevant Qualifications: A recognized qualification in counselling, psychotherapy, psychology, or a similar field. Social workers with clinical experience are welcome to apply.

  • Trauma Awareness: Understanding of trauma-informed practices.

  • Work Ethic: Strong self-management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Technical Skills: Experience in report writing and familiarity with MS Office and database records is an advantage.

  • Driver’s License: A full driver’s license is required.

  • Eagerness to Learn: A willingness to learn from and collaborate with team members.

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If this opportunity resonates with you, and you’re eager to make a difference, we encourage you to apply! Please submit a separate cover letter and CV, explaining why you would be an ideal fit for this role.

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Applications can be sent to: admin@korowaitumanako.nz and will be processed as they are received.

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For a detailed Job Description, please contact Maeli at Ph: 022 474 7044.

 

PANUI

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