Community Karitane (Health Worker) - Part Time

Role Overview

Join Whānau Āwhina Plunket as a Community Karitāne in Dunedin, providing critical support to families with newborns and young children. This permanent, part-time position (0.6 FTE) focuses on promoting healthy lifestyles and assisting whānau through early parenting challenges.

Key Responsibilities

As a Karitāne, you will assist whānau by enhancing health outcomes through education and support, offering non-clinical assistance in collaboration with Plunket Nurses, Kaiāwhina, and other services. You will participate in both routine visits and community events, including occasional Saturday clinics planned in advance.

Candidate Profile

We value strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to provide reassurance to families. A passion for working with tamariki and their caregivers is essential. You will be encouraged to work independently while integrating effectively within a team to provide comprehensive support, including referrals and utilizing PlunketLine for 24/7 assistance.

Commitment to Equity

Applicants must demonstrate understanding and commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi principles and support for whānau Māori flourishing.

Additional Requirements

• Eligible to work in New Zealand
• Willingness to complete the funded National Certificate in Tamariki Ora – Well Child Services programme
• Possession of a full, clean New Zealand driver’s license

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Community-based work close to home
• Monday to Friday schedule with flexible arrangements
• 'Well Health Day' allowing the use of sick leave for proactive health care
• Access to retail discounts
• Generous parental leave policy supporting family growth

Compensation

Salary ranges from $57,405 yearly ($29.05/hour) to $65,874 yearly ($33.32/hour), depending on experience.

Application Details

For inquiries, contact Clinical Leader Marlene Du Toit-Parks via email. Applications close on 2nd October 2026 but early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close sooner.

Organizational Commitment

Whānau Āwhina Plunket dedicates itself to the wellbeing of pēpi, tamariki, and their whānau, embedding pro-equity practices to nurture healthy children and connected communities for generations to come.