• Permanent 80 hours per fortnight
• Bring your expertise in tikanga Māori and cultural leadership to support tangata whaiora within a specialist forensic mental health service
• Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to improving Māori health outcomes through culturally safe, whānau‑centred care

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Takawaenga to join Puawai Midland Regional Forensic Psychiatric Service. As a Takawaenga, you will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, providing Māori cultural expertise that strengthens cultural safety, responsiveness, and the application of tikanga Māori across all aspects of inpatient forensic care.

Working directly within the forensic ward env...