Employment Specialist/ Transition Facilitator
- Permanent, full-time position (80 hours per fortnight)
- $25.50 to $35.50 per hour
- Wairarapa-based
We are seeking an Employment Specialist/Transition Facilitator to join our experienced Employment Connections team in the Wairarapa.
About Us
We are a community-based disability support provider that operates across much of the North Island. Our Vision is of an inclusive New Zealand where disabled people are embraced as fully participating citizens, where barriers to inclusion are removed, and where all people are respected and valued for who they are.We believe that people with disabilities can and should live the life they choose, on their own terms and within the community of their choice.
Community Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunities employer, and we love diversity in what we do and whom we employ. We are committed to Te Tiriti O Waitangi, the UN Convention for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the NZ Disability strategy. We encourage people with lived experience of disability, mental health, Maori, Pasifika, people from other backgrounds and/or from LGBTQIA+ community to apply.
The Role
In this role, you will support people to seek, secure, and maintain employment while empowering them through a strengths-based approach that upholds the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You will advocate for inclusive employment practices, ensuring that those we support have the opportunities they deserve. Your experience in working with young people to reach their full potential will be invaluable in guiding and motivating them toward sustainable career pathways and their life after school.Your local knowledge and expertise will be key as you work alongside individuals and collaborate with multiple teams to create meaningful employment opportunities.
This is an opportunity to make a real difference—helping people build confidence, achieve independence, and find purpose through meaningful work.
Flexibility is essential, as occasional weekend work and availability between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM may be required to meet the needs of those you support.
About You
We are seeking a people-focused individual who excels at building trusting and respectful relationships with the individuals we support and their whānau. Your experience in supporting people with disabilities and health conditions on their employment journey has equipped you with the skills to guide and empower them toward meaningful work opportunities.
Highly motivated and solution-focused, you bring creativity to your role, finding innovative ways to support individuals in overcoming barriers to employment. Your strong knowledge of the local community will enable you to develop valuable networks and connections, ensuring those you support have access to the right opportunities and resources.
Your passion for making a difference, combined with your ability to advocate and collaborate, will make you an ideal fit for this role.
Why Join Us
We offer flexible working options to support your work-life balance, along with ongoing professional development to help you grow and thrive in your role. You'll be part of a supportive team environment where successes are celebrated, and collaboration is valued. Most importantly, this role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, empowering individuals to achieve their goals and create positive change in their lives.
Please note
We require candidates to have the legal right to work in New Zealand and possess a full New Zealand driver's license. Additionally, candidates must be willing to undergo criminal and Oranga Tamariki checks.
These criteria are essential for the nature of the role and the level of care and support we provide to our community. Therefore, we will only be shortlisting candidates who meet these requirements.
