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Registered Nurse - Sexual Assault (Tauranga)

About Us

At Tautoko Mai, we are dedicated to creating a society free from sexual harm and violence. We are passionate about providing education and prevention to individuals, whānau, and communities, while supporting those impacted by sexual harm to live their best lives through healing. Our values of Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga, Ngā Tūmanako, Mana Motuhake, and Whakapakari guide our mission and daily work.

 

The Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Therapeutic Services – Medical Team specialising in sexual harm. In this role, you will provide nursing risk assessments and coordinate care for clients who have experienced acute and historic sexual harm. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting their healing journey, and you'll work closely with a multi-disciplinary team that values integrity, respect, and effective communication.

Key Responsibilities

  • Clinical Nursing Support: Assess medical and psychosocial needs of clients and their families, support regular clinics, and be available for clinical phone calls and forensic examinations.
  • Clinical Administration: Manage data entry, triage referrals, follow up with clients, and ensure all examination rooms are well-stocked.
  • Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development, attend relevant training, and participate in regular supervision.
  • Cultural Competency: Apply principles of cultural safety, respect cultural practices and diversity, and demonstrate knowledge of tikanga Māori.
  • Stakeholder Relationships: Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Māori health and social service providers.
  • Health and Safety: Abide by Tautoko Mai’s Health & Safety procedures, complete hazard identifications, and maintain a clear safety check under the Children’s Act 2014.

What You Need

  • A current nursing Annual Practising Certificate.
  • Experience in sexual harm, sexual health, or related fields, with a sound understanding of trauma-informed practice.
  • Knowledge of current legislation relevant to this field of practice.
  • Commitment to cultural competency and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • A friendly and flexible attitude with a sensitivity to the trauma clients have experienced.

Why Join Us?

At Tautoko Mai, you'll be part of a team that is dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by sexual harm. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth through specialised training, and the chance to work within a bicultural context. If you're looking for a role where you can truly make an impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
 

Apply Now via Seek

If you are passionate about providing specialist nursing care and supporting clients on their healing journey, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team at Tautoko Mai and help us create a society free from sexual harm and violence.

 

Contact Information

For any inquiries, please contact us at [email protected]

Note: Applications close on 11pm on Sunday 11th August, all applications must be via Seek. We reserve the right to close the vacancy should the role be filled.

Disclaimer: We will keep your application on file for 3 months in case any future opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, this is in line with our Recruitment Policy.

Kaiārahi / Counsellor – Whakatāne

About the Role

Tautoko Mai is a sexual harm support service committed to providing care to all individuals and communities affected by sexual harm through healing, education, and prevention. Situated in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, we are looking for a dedicated Kaiārahi / Counsellor to engage directly with clients—ranging from children to adults—and their whānau, offering a safe, supportive environment. Utilizing your professional expertise, you will assist those who have experienced both recent and historic sexual harm on their journey towards recovery.

This is a permanent position, preferably full-time, though we are open to negotiation for the right candidate.

About You

To be considered for this role, you must be a registered Kaiārahi / Counsellor with membership in a recognized professional body. Experience in the field of sexual harm or a related specialist sector, along with an understanding of trauma-informed practice, is highly desirable. You should possess highly developed interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and a proven ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.

 

Essential Requirements:

  • Registered Kaiārahi / Counsellor with membership in a recognized professional body.
  • Experience in the field of sexual harm or a related specialist sector.
  • Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  • Proficiency in tikanga and te reo Māori.
  • Ability to conduct oneself appropriately within a bicultural context.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills.
  • Enthusiasm and a proven ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.
  • Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
  •  A full NZ driving licence

What We Offer

Located in the vibrant town of Whakatāne, Tautoko Mai provides a flexible working environment and ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. We take pride in our fun, friendly, and supportive team environment and offer excellent working conditions. Staff wellness is a priority for Tautoko Mai, and we provide a wellness allowance and an Employee Assistance Programme. Upon joining Tautoko Mai, you will receive a comprehensive orientation program, a competitive remuneration package, free onsite parking, and paid monthly supervision.

If you possess the required skills and experience and are eager to join the Tautoko Mai team, we welcome your application. For a full Position Description, please email: [email protected].

Click here to download a copy of Job Description

APPLICATIONS MUST BE VIA SEEK.

Suitable applicants may be contacted as applications are received prior to the closing date. Please note, as part of our recruitment policy, we will retain your information for a period of 3 months.

 

Applications close: 23.00pm, Thursday, 8 August 2024

Healthy Relationships Facilitator – Casual Contractor Role (Self-employed)

About the role

Tautoko Mai is a dedicated sexual harm support service committed to providing care to all individuals affected by sexual harm through healing, education, and prevention.

As a self-employed contractor, you will be engaged by Tautoko Mai Sexual Harm Support.  We are seeking pro-active facilitators to deliver two separate programmes: Whanaungatanga Ora and Consent Education.  Both programmes are aimed at the prevention of sexual and dating violence, by teaching valuable life-long relationship skills and behaviours to empower students of the programmes. 

Whanaungatanga Ora

This is a Healthy Relationships Programme for people who have an intellectual disability or cognitive difference. Whanaungatanga Ora is delivered throughout various agencies and schools in the Bay of Plenty, at a level that suits the group’s ability.

You will be required to co-facilitate six different lessons. Topics covered are:

  • Connections and Relationships
  • Consent and Boundaries
  • Effective Communication
  • Diversity and Social Expectations
  • Managing Emotions
  • Enhancing Mana and Aroha

Consent Education

This programme is run in mainstream secondary schools and alternative education spaces throughout the Bay of Plenty. 

You will be primarily delivering to year 9 and 10 students via 4-5 sessions. Topics covered are:

  • Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships
  • Online World
  • Communication
  • Impacts of Pornography
  • Support

This programme has recently started to evolve to include looking at alternative ways we can support secondary school students and staff outside of the standard session delivery.

Prior expert sexual harm knowledge isn't required to become a facilitator, as it will be part of the comprehensive training, but a passion for ending sexual violence, and an ability to learn and work empathetically in these spaces is essential.

Training will begin on Monday 12th August 2024.

 

What we offer

Tautoko Mai will provide contractors with:

  • Appropriate paid training prior to commencement of programme 
  • A satisfying role, which will mostly be undertaken during school hours once initial training has been completed
  • A generous rate per 50-minute co-delivered session, in addition to agreed travel and training costs
  • Flexibility for contractors who wish to continue with other roles whilst also growing their skill-set in this role

About you

The ideal candidate is:

  • Able to supply proof of permanent New Zealand work rights with no restrictions
  • Willing to undertake a current Police Check
  • Willing to undertake a current WWC (Working With Children) check
  • A natural and empathetic facilitator, with a passion for empowering students
  • Comfortable and relatable in front of groups of younger people, and able to engage easily and appropriately with students who may have an intellectual disability or cognitive difference
  • Familiar with casual contract work and cognisant of invoicing/ACC and tax protocol of self-employed roles
  • In possession of a reliable vehicle, a clean full drivers license, and regular access to a computer
  • Responsive to communication in a timely manner
  • Available for interviews which will take place w/c Monday 29th July
  • Available to attend part-time training programme over one week w/c Monday 12th August

This is a unique and rewarding role, which allows a self-employed contractor a level of flexibility, autonomy, and variety, not seen in many similar roles. You will be well-supported and will enjoy an environment designed to elevate your capabilities and develop your natural talents.

If you think you tick most of the boxes, send us an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter with a summary of who you are and what attracted you to this role.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE VIA SEEK.

Click here for a copy of the Job Description

For any other queries please email: [email protected]   

Applications close: 11PM, Sunday 28th July

Social Worker - Tauranga

About the role 


Get back to the true meaning of what brought you to social work, which is working with people and communities. This role offers the best of both worlds, an opportunity to align with your purpose, and work in an organisation that deeply values teamwork. 

Tautoko Mai is a sexual harm support service providing support to all people affected by sexual harm, through healing, education and prevention. We are looking for a motivated Social Worker to join our Hamilton based team servicing the greater Waikato communities. You will work directly with clients ranging from Tamariki through to adults, and their whānau.  

You will be responsible for coordinating crisis social work and/or counselling support which may be in the form of; assistance with access to care, crisis counselling or long-term ACC funded counselling, play therapy, medical, police/court support, food and housing needs, safety assessments, linkage to other agencies for ongoing support and any other reasonable appropriate avenues.  This is a permanent full-time role. 

 

For your skill, dedication and passion, you’ll be eligible for: 

  • A comprehensive orientation program 
  • Paid regular professional supervision 
  • Paid professional membership fees 
  • Staff wellbeing allowances 
  • A healthy training budget for your ongoing professional development 

Here’s what you’ll offer: 

  • A recognised social work qualification 
  • Registration with the SWRB 
  • Experience working in the field of sexual harm or related sector 
  • An understanding of trauma-informed practice 
  • An understanding of, and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi 
  • Experience in working within a bi-cultural context 
  • Highly developed inter-personal skills 
  • A proven ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively 
  • Experience working independently 
  • Confidence in your social work practice 
  • Capacity to travel within the Bay of Plenty region
  • Demonstratable resilience, rising above obstacles and maintaining high performance.
  • A full and unrestricted NZ driving license 

If Tautoko Mai sounds like a place you want to be, and you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we welcome your application by submitting an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter with a summary of who you are and what attracted you to this role.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE VIA SEEK. 

Click here for a copy of the Job Description

 For any other queries please email: [email protected] 

 Applications close: 11pm Sunday 21st July 2024 

Expression of interest – Physio / Occupational Therapists / Speech-Language Therapists / Dieticians

BOP / Tauranga / Hamilton / Whakatane

Calling All Healthcare Professionals: Join Our Supportive Team!

Are you a dedicated Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Therapist, or Dietician seeking a fulfilling opportunity to assist individuals affected by sexual harm? Tautoko Mai, a longstanding non-profit organization, is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions.

About Us:

Established in 2010, Tautoko Mai is committed to providing care, education, and prevention services to those impacted by sexual harm. Governed by a Board of Trustees, we operate as an ACC Sensitive Claims Provider Supplier, delivering vital support to clients and their families.

Available Roles: 

We are currently seeking professionals in the following disciplines:

  • Physiotherapists
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Speech-Language Therapists
  • Dietitians

What We Offer:

Joining Tautoko Mai means becoming part of a supportive environment where your expertise is valued. Our roles offer a unique opportunity to work with trauma-affected clients, providing meaningful assistance and making a real difference in their lives.

Requirements:

Successful candidates will:

  • Hold current registration in their discipline.
  • Be registered as an ACC ISSC provider or express interest in becoming one.
  • Feel comfortable working with clients who have experienced trauma.
  • Possess current practicing certificates and relevant professional registrations.
  • Be familiar with provider work and understand invoicing/ACC and tax protocols for self-employed roles.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about helping others and meet the requirements for one of our roles, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining your interest and suitability for the position.

For inquiries or more information, please email: [email protected] or call Ben on 02902375910 to discuss.

Applications close: 5pm, Sunday 25th April 2024