Community Facilitator - Group Support (Full-Time)Community Facilitator - Group Support (Full-time)SkillWiseAbout us:SkillWise is a dynamic and vibrant community organisation passionate about making a difference in people's lives.
Based in the central city, no two days are ever the same as we work alongside adults with learning disabilities supporting them to fully live the life they want.
Collaborating with tangata whaikaha, their families and whanau, we assist in creating a life where people are valued as full participating citizens through work, education and having fun!
About the role:Are you passionate about empowering individuals and sharing the joy of learning?
Do you have the skills to lead engaging group activities and foster a sense of community?
If so, we want you to join our team!Working as part of a team, the purpose of the Community Facilitator – Group Support role is to plan, facilitate, support and deliver recreation, work and education opportunities for people with learning disabilities both in the wider community and at our premises.SkillWise groups provide the people we work with opportunities to learn a wide range of skills whilst engaging in their local communities and forming social connections.
The groups and activities we offer range from arts and crafts to sports & recreation, volunteering and life skills.
The role we are looking to fill has a focus on developing the skills of the people we work with in the areas of cooking, gardening, as well as, sport and recreation.About you:We are looking for people who are energetic, enthusiastic and a committed team player.
Key skills and attributes for the role are:An understanding and commitment to an Enabling Good Lives approach and Te Tiriti.Previous experience in working with adults with learning disabilities and mental health issues in a community environment would be helpful, although not essential.Teaching qualifications and/or experience in delivering adult community education courses would be beneficial but not essential.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.The ability to manage your own time and prioritise work.Excellent computer skills – a laptop/cell phone are provided.
We use Microsoft Teams & our own information management database.A clear police vetting result is required for this role.A clean, full driver licence would be preferrable.Pay rate is between $23.15 and $28.25 per hour dependent on relevant health & wellbeing qualification.
We have regular supervision and EAP available.
Training opportunities are frequent.
Apply now:An application form and job description can be found on our website: complete and return with a copy of your CV and covering letter to (email protected) Only NZ citizens and residents are eligible for this role.
Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
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