Local Area Coordinator Empower Lives, Build Communities!
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of disabled people and tangata whaikaha Maori? We're looking for a compassionate and proactive Local Area Coordinator to join our team!
About the Role: As a Local Area Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in empowering individuals and their whanau to take charge of their own lives. Your mission will be to foster confidence and competence, helping them access resources, create sustainable community connections, and establish natural supports.
Key Responsibilities: Work closely with disabled individuals and their families, guiding them to harness their strengths and navigate available resourcesConnect people with vital information, services, and community opportunities to enhance their quality of lifeCollaborate with local groups, organisations, and individuals to ensure coordinated, effective support tailored to each person's unique needsFacilitate the development of meaningful relationships within the community to promote inclusivity and support networks.What We're Looking For: A genuine commitment to supporting disabled individuals and tangata whaikaha MaoriKnowledge of te reo and tikanga MaoriCredibility and good reputation with local Maori organisations, hapu and iwiExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trustStrong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to finding solutionsExperience in community engagement or social services is a plus, but a passion for empowering others is essential!What's on offer: Supportive and Inclusive environment, we value your opinion! Flexible work options - 2 days from home per weekOpportunities for professional developmentEmployee assistance program available for staff Take a day of leave for your Birthday Staff discount app for use at a range of retailers. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and help others thrive, we want to hear from you!
About Your Way | Kia Roha: Your Way | Kia Roha is a nationally recognised Not-for-profit organisation supporting people in their communities from Whangarei to Invercargill. We have been providing support to people and their whanau for over 40 years.
Your Way | Kia Roha is an equal opportunity employer; we strive to attract and maintain a diverse workforce across the country. As an organisation we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusiveness and ensuring a positive culture for people to work in.??
We encourage applications from people with a lived experience of disability or who are close family members of people with disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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To find out more about us and what we do go to https://www.yourwaykiaroha.nz/about-us/vacancies/
Applications for this role close on Friday the 15th of November. Preferred candidates may be contacted before this time. The work we do can include working closely with people that may be at high risk of severe illness if they contract COVID-19 or similar viruses.
We encourage all Your Way | Kia Roha team members to be fully vaccinated when vaccinations are recommended to reduce the risk of the spread of diseases or viruses.
Applicants for this position must have the legal rights to work in New Zealand.