Full-time, permanent roles + Mon-Fri, 8.30am to 5.00pm in Manukau, AucklandOffer mental health aid to vulnerable homeless individuals!Extra annual leave + Paid well-being days + School holiday childcare subsidiesExtend housing solutions to those facing mental health challenges, preventing tangata whai ora and whanau from homelessness with care.Link People | Mo matouE whakapono ana matou ko nga tangata te mea nui o te ao. At LinkPeople we believe that people are the most important thing in the world. This guides us in our work supporting the most vulnerable members of our communities to access permanent, safe and affordable housing and linking them to the health and social services they need to live well. We work together with a number of key organisations as part of a community-wide approach to end homelessness.Increased Employer Kiwisaver contributionFifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months of employment)Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanauThe Role | Mo tenei turanga mahiThis is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5.00 pm, based in Manukau and working across South Auckland. Elements of the role may require travel.This role will involve working within the Housing First service. The wrap-around community housing-based service will have a strong focus on transition, recovery and wellness that empowers tangata whai ora and whanau to build the capacity to live well.The position will require assisting individuals with high and complex needs, who are often living with intergenerational challenges, mental health, addiction and trauma issues around their needs to find and sustain homes in the community.You will be part of an exciting service that is innovating and growing, where new ideas are encouraged and new solutions are the norm!You | MouIf you have a background in the mental health and social domains, especially with some exposure to housing and residential recovery services (although it's not a strict requirement), we are excited to receive your input. Ideally, you will possess:Must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognized equivalent. Alternatively, you will commence study towards this within six months of starting your employment with LinkPeople. This needs to be completed within two years of commencement. LinkPeople offers significant support for Housing Case Workers to complete this study.Strong communication and relationship building skills, you'll quickly build credibility while showcasing your sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills.An ability to work at pace and flourish under pressure will be complemented by excellent attention to detail and proficiency in record keeping.Knowledge of and demonstrate utmost commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi articles and working with Maori.A full New Zealand driving license is also essential.Closing Date | Ra Katinga: 3 November 2024. Please note, we will be shortlisting as we go, therefore, this advert may close when a suitable candidate has been found.Position Description: Please copy and paste the following link into your browser - Position DescriptionContact | Whakapa: Tony Tietie, Team Leader on 027 353 8715.For further information, visit our website www.linkpeople.co.nz**All new appointees require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.
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