Pou Whakahaere Matua | Director - Integrated Health Services

• Closing date: Nov 25, 2024
• Full Time
• Auckland

• A unique opportunity to lead in a kaupapa Māori organisation focused on health, social, and community wellness.
• Join a team committed to fostering mental health and addiction services grounded in tikanga Māori.
• Position is based in Auckland.

Piki mai, kake mai, whakapiri mai.
Me mātua aro ki te hunga mate, ki a rātou mā, ka maharatia tonutia e tātou.
Ki a tātou e ora tonu nei tēnā koutou, kia kaha, kia manawanui.
He karanga tēnei ki ērā o koutou e hiahia ana ki te whakakī i tēnei tūranga motuhake.
Pēnā kei a koe ngā pūkenga, tukua mai tō tono.
Anei e whai atu nei ngā kōrero hāngai mō te tūranga, hei tirohanga atu mā koutou.
Mā te Atua tātou e tohutohu ki te tika, ki te pono, huri noa, kia ora huihui mai tātou katoa.

Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?

Mahitahi Trust is a kaupapa Māori-led organisation dedicated to enhancing the well-being of individuals and whānau across health, education, employment, and housing. Grounded in Ngā Tikanga Māori, they work to improve mental wellness and life outcomes for communities across the Auckland region. Their commitment is to provide holistic, integrated services that uplift and empower whānau whaiora and their whanau on their wellness journeys.

Te āhua o Te Tūranga - The nature of the position

The Integrated Health Services Director is responsible for overseeing and leading the Integrated health services - North strand within the organisation. This role involves managing clinical and non-clinical programs and services, kaimahi, and resources to ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health and addictions services to clients. The Director plays a crucial role in promoting wellness, improving access to care, and fostering a supportive and effective work environment.

This role requires a visionary leader who can uphold Mahitahi Trust’s Nga Pou e Waru values and to support the growth of a culturally grounded, compassionate workforce. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead and develop mental health and addiction services that align with Mahitahi's kaupapa and strategic goals, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based care and cultural safety.
• Senior Management: Provide high-level leadership within Mahitahi Trust, collaborating closely with executive and management teams to drive strategic initiatives, ensure cohesive service delivery, and support the alignment of mental health and addiction services with organisational values and goals.
• People Management: Recruit, mentor, and support clinical and support kaimahi, nurturing a culture of professional growth, collaboration, and excellence.
• Community Engagement: Strengthen partnerships with community leaders, stakeholders, and referral sources, advocating for mental wellness initiatives and fostering accessibility.
• Resource Management: Oversee budgets, allocate resources, and ensure financial sustainability to support effective service delivery.
• Cultural Competency: Embody Mahitahi Trust’s commitment to integrating tikanga Māori and Nga Pou e Waru into daily practice and contribute to an inclusive environment, promoting positive health outcomes for all.

Ngā tino Pūkenga/Wheako - Skills/experiences for the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counselling, or a related field.
• Proven experience in people and/or clinical leadership and/or program/service management.
• Strong knowledge of mental health and addiction treatment modalities, interventions, and evidence-based practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma.
• Full and valid NZ driver’s license, Police and MoJ vetting.

This role requires a proactive approach to policy development, compliance, and continuous improvement, ensuring services meet high standards and adapt to the evolving needs of the community.

Desired:

• Strong advocate for Māori, for Mana Motuhake and Tino Rangatiratanga.
• 5 years minimum working experience within a Community Mental Health and Addictions Provider.

Te Tono - How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and championing positive change in mental health and addiction services, apply by emailing your CV and cover letter to heather@manarecruitment.co.nz, or to enquire further in confidence, contact Heather Walker at (09) 632 1108.

Applications close: Monday 25 November at 5.00pm

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