Community-Based IPS Employment Consultant: Help People Thrive

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Generous leave

Training & development

Te Tiriti o Waitangi values

Career progression

Job summary

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is seeking a full-time Employment Consultant for the IPS Service based in Henderson. This mobile, community-based role supports people accessing AOD and Mental Health services to obtain and maintain meaningful employment.

You will work alongside Waitematā Community Alcohol & Addiction Services in Takapuna, receiving referrals across the North Shore and Rodney districts. You will identify employment goals, support job placement, collaborate with clinicians, and

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification is required (e.g., Human Resources, Psychology, Education, Business).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients, clinicians, and employers.
• High level of computer literacy and confidence using client management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to identify employment goals and secure suitable employment opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with clinicians and treatment teams to ensure employment supports recovery and wellbeing.
• Meet clients in community settings and provide individualised employment support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with businesses and employers across the North Shore and Rodney districts.
• Advocate for clients and promote inclusive employment practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and effectively use client management systems.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Human Resources, Psychology, Education, Business)

Tools

Client management systems

Job description

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is seeking a full-time Employment Consultant for the IPS Service based in Henderson. This mobile, community-based role supports people accessing AOD and Mental Health services to obtain and maintain meaningful employment.

You will work alongside Waitematā Community Alcohol & Addiction Services in Takapuna, receiving referrals across the North Shore and Rodney districts. You will identify employment goals, support job placement, collaborate with clinicians, and