- Opportunity to make a difference in your community
- Work alongside a supportive, passionate team
- Respectful Culture + Career Development Opportunities
- Full Time, Fixed Term - 5 Month contract, with the potential to go permanent
Who are we | Ko wai mātou
NZCL is dedicated to supporting people. Our Support Services reflect our belief that all New Zealanders deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.
We provide a diverse range of support services for people and their whānau. Join us and discover a rewarding and fulfilling role that can make a difference in someone's life and lead to a lifelong career.
About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
We have an exciting opportunity for an Intensive Reintegration Facilitator to join the New Plymouth team on a fixed term full-time basis.
08:30 - 17:00 five days per week. Days set as per three-month rotating roster. Weekend work required.
Our Supported accommodation services is a partnership with the Department of Corrections and involves working with clients to plan their reintegration into the community following release from prison.
You will support people to reintegrate successfully into the community as valued citizens by identifying their needs (e.g. employment, education, housing, health, life skills, social relationships) and supporting them to access the services required to meet those needs.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop appropriate plans in relation to client assessment, goals and outcomes
- Be responsible for ensuring client referrals, assessments goal planning, risk identification and relationship management are followed and accurately documented in a timely manner
- Work in partnership with external services/agencies
- Engage and connect with the client, their family and their community
What you will bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga
- An empathetic nature with a natural ability to connect with and build positive relationships with a range of people from diverse backgrounds
- Experience in a relevant field (e.g. Mental Health, Addictions, Corrections)
- Awareness of and respect for professional boundaries
- High emotional intelligence and resilience
- Good level of literacy (due to documentation requirements)
- Level 4 or higher qualification in a relevant field or a willingness to work towards this
- A full driver's license.
Why Us | He aha ai mātou?
At NZCL, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, reflecting the communities we serve. Choose a role that will not only see you develop your career but will also provide you with the opportunity to make a difference in the community each day. Apply today if you think you could be our next Intensive Reintegration Facilitator!
Applications Close | Te katinga o tēnei whai tūranga: 6th September at 5pm.
Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview and applications will be reviewed as they are received, therefore resulting in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.
Applicants for this position must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit