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Our Team
Te Ara Mahi staff come from a range of backgrounds and life experiences. We understand the needs of people with barriers to employment who are looking for meaningful employment or training.
Our staff have experience and qualifications in employment support, psychology, counselling, and social work. All Te Ara Mahi staff have a commitment to providing support that is professional, respectful, friendly and down to earth.
Leadership TeAM
Director (Business)
027 544 9113
Pete has worked in mental health for over 25 years and co-founded Te Ara Mahi in 2005. Prior to working here, Pete had a diverse professional life. His qualifications are mostly science-based and he has a Diploma in Supported Employment. Pete now lives in Dunedin and works remotely to manage the business functions of the organisation.
Director (Quality)
027 548 8120
Moira has worked in the industry for over 17 years. As a co-founder, she has been with Te Ara Mahi since its inception in 2005. Moira has a Diploma in Supported Employment, and is a professional member of CDANZ and RCSA.
Manager/ IPS Supervisor
027 918 1889
Beth joined TeAM in 2013 and has psychology and management qualifications. Beth is responsible for the day-to-day running of the TeAM service, including managing workforce development and referrals.
Nelson/ Tasman
Employment Specialist
027 558 8010
sean@tearamahi.co.nz
Sean Te Moananui, made the move to the Nelson region as a child. He grew up in Motueka, Studied Media and Arts in Nelson and forged a successful career in Radio before leaving NZ in 2001 to travel between the UK, NZ and Australia. Returning in 2020 to take up this full-time role as his part of working for Te Tangata, Te Tangata, Te Tangata, "The People, The People, the People"
Kylie Templeman
Employment Specialist
027 558 8182
Kylie joined TeAM in 2017 after completing a Psychology Degree with an education minor focused on human development. Kylie has a background in managing and developing teams and holds qualifications in management and copy-editing/proofreading. Kylie enjoys the face to face nature of our work and is passionate about helping others to reach their full potential through exploring their strengths and vocational aspirations.
Marlborough
Employment Specialist
027 432 4235
Chris joined TeAM in 2018 and has a varied employment history, including; professional cookery, warehousing and logistics, bottling line management and youth work.
Chris has a Diploma in psychology and is working towards a degree.
Chris is also involved in the Top of the South Film Society.