Housing Kaiārahi at Te Whnau o Waipareira
Henderson, Auckland, New Zealand -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Oct, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Jul, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Coordination Skills, Health

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

HE AHA AI MĀTOU? | WHY US?

At Te Whānau o Waipareira, we do things the Waipareira way. You’ll join a kaupapa-driven team working shoulder-to-shoulder with whānau. Your mahi will be respected, your growth supported, and your contribution celebrated.

We offer:

  • A collaborative, values-led workplace with heart
  • Opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career
  • A central Henderson office close to shops and public transport
  • The chance to be part of lasting impact for our urban Māori communities
Responsibilities

Join the Kōrure Whānau team at Te Whānau o Waipareira and stand with whānau as they secure safe, stable homes and reclaim their mana motuhake. As a Housing Kaiārahi, you’ll walk alongside whānau who face complex housing challenges. You’ll help them shape their own pathways to sustainable housing, linking them with wrap-around services, setting meaningful goals, and advocating for their needs.
Your mahi will go beyond finding a roof—it’s about fostering resilience, restoring confidence, and creating lasting change for whānau in West Auckland.

Ngā kawebga | What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting whānau to maintain and strengthen their tenancy
  • Completing holistic assessments and building tailored whānau plans
  • Connecting whānau with health, social, legal, and housing services
  • Managing referrals from internal teams and external providers
  • Supporting Kōrure Whānau projects and community initiatives
  • Ensuring clear, timely reporting in line with Whānau Ora values
  • Maintaining safety, dignity, and cultural integrity in all interactions

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | What You’ll Bring

  • At least 2 years’ experience supporting whānau or communities
  • Strong understanding of tenancy issues, wellbeing, and whānau resilience
  • A qualification in health, social work, or related fields (preferred)
  • Confidence in Te Reo Māori me ngā Tikanga Māori (highly valued)
  • Local knowledge of West Auckland community and service networks
  • Excellent communication, planning and coordination skills
  • A full, clean NZ driver’s licence
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