Kaiāwhina OIS
About this role
Kaiāwhina – Immunisation Team
Location: Hauraki / Waikato
Employment Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Organisation: Te Puna Hauora Matua o Hauraki
Are you passionate about supporting whānau and improving health outcomes for tamariki Māori? Hauraki Primary Health Organisation / Te Puna Hauora Matua o Hauraki is seeking a compassionate and community-focused Kaiāwhina to support the delivery of the Immunising Our Tamariki programme.
About the Role
Working alongside the Outreach Immunisation Team, you will help deliver whānau-centred services that contribute to the national health target of 95% of tamariki fully immunised by 24 months of age.
This role is vital in reducing barriers to immunisation, increasing access, and supporting whānau with culturally responsive information.
You will work predominantly across the Waikato region, engaging directly with whānau, communities, and health providers. This includes cold calling and outreach engagement to ensure tamariki receive timely immunisations.
You will also undertake Vaccinating Health Worker training to support your development in delivering safe and effective immunisation services.
Key Responsibilities
- Support immunisation services in general practice and community outreach settings.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with whānau and provide clear, empathetic health education.
- Conduct Whānau Hauora Assessments and support whānau to access appropriate services.
- Carry out outreach activities, including cold calling and follow-up engagement.
- Collaborate with community organisations and contribute to service quality improvement.
- Maintain accurate reporting and uphold privacy, health and safety standards.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Health-related experience and a passion for working with whānau
- Strong relationship-building and networking skills
- Confidence working in outreach environments, including telephone engagement or cold calling
- Strong IT skills, including the ability to accurately enter and manage data
- Social media skills to support engagement and health promotion
- Experience as a Health Care Assistant or Kaiāwhina is an advantage
- Familiarity with community health initiatives
Why join us?
Be part of a kaupapa-driven organisation committed to equity and wellbeing
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of tamariki and their whānau
Work in a supportive, inclusive team environment where your mahi matters
Access training and professional development, including Vaccinating Health Worker training
If you are interested in this role, apply now through our HR platform by clicking this link.
For more information and the job description, please email hr@haurakipho.org.nz
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