The Kaitūruki Whakahaumanu Mana Tane (Peer Support) role is central to the delivery of the kaupapa Māori Alcohol and Other Drug programme within Te Tirohanga Whare at Whanganui Prison. This position supports tāne in their recovery and wellness journey, drawing on lived experience, therapeutic practice, and the values of Tikanga Māori, whānau ora, and Te Tirohanga. The role requires both cultural integrity and professional competency to implement positive change and wellbeing. Applicants must be able to pass a vetting background check.

A key focus of the role is to provide peer support that strengthens staff competency, particularly in integrating Mātauranga Māori into the therapeutic community. The Kaitūruki works alongside staff and tāne to develop, implement, and review recovery goals and relapse prevention plans, using therapeutic and best practice interventions. Peer support includes educating participants about the effects and consequences of drugs, offering health op...