Employment Coach - Fulltime!

Te Mana Oranga Trust; Kaikohe; Vor Ort; NZD 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Te Mana Oranga Trust in Kaikohe is seeking an Employment Coach to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers, guiding clients toward meaningful work using the IPS model and tailored support.

This full-time role involves developing personalised employment plans, job search assistance, resume and interview coaching, liaising with local employers, and providing ongoing post-placement support in partnership with Community Mental Health and Work and Income NZ.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum Level 4 Mental Health and Wellbeing qualification.
• Experience supporting people with mental health and addiction challenges.
• Experience in employment services or related fields advantageous.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Aufgaben

• Apply IPS model to guide practice and client support.
• Support sufferers of mental health and addiction to find work.
• Develop personalised employment plans based on client strengths.
• Provide resume writing, interview prep and application assistance.
• Coach on workplace soft skills and professional conduct.
• Liaise with local employers to identify opportunities and placements.
• Provide post-placement support to ensure retention.
• Maintain accurate client records and case notes.
• Participate in training and collaborate with partners.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal communication

Motivational coaching

Microsoft Office

Cultural competence & te ao Māori

Independence & teamwork

Driver's license & vehicle

Ausbildung

Level 4 Mental Health and Wellbeing

Experience in employment services or related fields advantageous

Jobbeschreibung

About us

Te Mana Oranga Trust is a community-focused organisation dedicated to supporting individuals and whanau to achieve their full potential. We have been working across the mid and far north regions for almost thirty years, providing a host of services specifically to encourage and support adult sufferers of mental health and addictions, and education programmes in primary schools that help people build sustainable careers and improve their quality of life. Our mission is to empower our community through meaningful employment opportunities and holistic support services.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Employment Coach to join our team in Kaikohe on a full-time basis. This is a pivotal role in bridging the gap between individuals seeking work and employers looking for committed team members, whilst also supporting clients through their employment journey to achieve long-term career success. This role will involve working exclusively with sufferers of mental health and addictions to provide tailored support and guidance to help them find and maintain meaningful employment. As an Employment Coach, you will play a crucial part in empowering Tangata Whaiora (clients) and strengthening our local community by working closely with the local Community Mental Health team and Work and Income NZ.

What this role is not!

This is not a 'work from home' role

This is not a role for one who is seeking sponsorship to work here from overseas

This is not a role for someone who does not have a full driver's licence

This is not a role for someone who cannot work with mental health and addictions

This is not a role for someone who is shy, and gets anxious about cold-calling and meeting employers face to face

This is not a role for someone who struggles to get to work on time

This is not a role for someone always taking time off work

What you'll be doing

• Using the Individual Placement Support (IPS) model to guide your practice What is IPS? - Work Counts
• Supporting sufferers of mental health and addiction challenges who want to find work
• Develop personalised employment plans tailored to each client's strengths, interests and career goals
• Provide job search support including resume writing, interview preparation and application assistance
• Coach clients on workplace soft skills, professional conduct and workplace expectations
• Liaise with local employers to identify job opportunities and develop job placements
• Build and maintain positive relationships with employers to understand their hiring needs and organisational culture
• Provide ongoing support to clients after job placement to ensure successful job retention
• Conduct follow-up sessions to monitor client progress and address any workplace challenges
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes and client records in compliance with organisational policies
• Participate in training and professional development to stay current with best practices in employment services
• Collaborate with internal teams and external community partners (Community Mental Health and Work and Income NZ) to provide holistic support to clients

What we're looking for

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse client groups
• Excellent motivational and coaching abilities to inspire clients to achieve their employment goals
• Knowledge of the local Kaikohe and Northland employment market and employer networks
• Experience working with job seekers from disadvantaged backgrounds or those facing employment barriers
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications
• A genuine commitment to supporting whānau and community-centred values
• Cultural competency and understanding of te ao Māori principles and practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle to get to work
• Experience working with sufferers of mental health and addictions
• Relevant qualifications in employment services, social work, psychology or related fields are advantageous

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum qualification - Level 4 Mental Health and Wellbeing(The successful applicant may be eligible to work and study to complete and achieve this minimum qualification
• Relevant experience in mental health and supporting others
• Experience in health coaching or a similar role, with a proven track record of helping clients achieve their goals
• Full driver's licence (Planning to get a Full driver's licence is not a Full Driver's licence)
• You might have been working as a Community Support Worker
• Basic te reo an advantage
• A passion for helping others and a commitment to empowering individuals to find work
• A team player who collaborates and can work independently
• The successful candidate must undergo a Police check
• An application for employment and health questionnaire will also be part of the process