Case Manager, Employment - Timaru - 12 months Fixed Term/Secondment to January 2026Ministry of Social Development NZ – Timaru, South IslandFull time, Fixed Term/Secondment to January 2026Location: TimaruWe help New Zealanders to be safe, strong, and independent. Manaaki Tangata, Manaaki Whanau.• Be part of an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of New Zealanders.• Join a fast-paced, challenging but rewarding working environment that encourages inclusion and embraces diversity.• Work with a supportive team that are committed to continuous improvement.Our Case Managers play a vital role in our communities. Every day is busy and demanding but extremely rewarding as you can positively influence people's lives. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people, dependable to the core and have the grit and tenacity to show up and work hard even when the going is tough, this could be the right role for you.What you'll be doing | He aha tau e mahi anaAs the face of the organisation, our Case Managers will engage with and work alongside our clients to support them into employment. You will have in-depth discussions with our clients to uncover employment options and appropriate financial independence support. Our clients come from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. On any given day you'll interview clients, either over the phone or face to face, all with different circumstances and receiving different types of support from us. You'll work with clients to navigate through changing labour markets and opportunities, empower them to achieve their goals and to take steps towards a better future with sustainable employment.What you'll need to succeed | Ko nga mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angituYou will be pragmatic and empathetic and enjoy helping people from all backgrounds. You will be exceptionally organised, with sound decision making and problem-solving skills. In addition to this, you will bring a high level of personal integrity and initiative and take ownership and responsibility to follow through and deliver for the people in our community.• Be purposeful: show care and warmth, give support to others. Look after the dignity of people through the expression of manaaki.• Be resilient: the work is fast paced and demanding. You will be highly dependable and have the grit and tenacity to show up and work hard, bringing developed strategies with you to cope with pressure, in an ever-changing environment.• Be open: be fully present and listen intently without judgement to what is being said, empathise with whanau and their experiences, thoughts, and feelings.
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