Family/Whānau Coordinator, Part-time

Monday, November 12, 2018

EQUIP’S STAFF SAY:

“I LOVE THE CULTURE AT EQUIP.  I HAVE NEVER KNOWN A PLACE WHERE YOU FEEL SO VALUED AND WHERE YOU ARE PUT FIRST.”

“I TOOK THE JOB TO CHANGE OTHER PEOPLES’ LIVES, BUT IT CHANGED MINE.”

WHO IS EQUIP?

We are an independent mental health Not for Profit organisation associated with Windsor Park Baptist Church and have a strong Christian ethos.  With a staff of around 70, we are a values led organisation who truly care about the people we work with and for.  We pride ourselves on our supportive, inclusive culture and our success is making a positive difference in the lives of others

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for an enthusiastic person, who enjoys working with the families/whānau of people who experience mental illness. You will be working autonomously with families/whānau living in the North Shore, West Auckland and Rodney areas, providing practical support and education, as well as linking them with other community organisations and resources. This position is for 20 hours per week and can potentially be made full-time by working as a Community Support Worker in one of our other teams.

You’ll receive a thorough induction and on-going training. This position requires that you will have the Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or a higher relevant qualification. You will be experienced in working one to one with people and be comfortable in facilitating groups.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

• • A genuine passion to work with people, being a good listener and communicator
  • Be computer literate
  • Be a NZ resident or have a valid NZ work visa
  • Full NZ driver licence
  • Be a team player who is self motivated and can work autonomously
  • Keen to learn about the various groups topics, focusing on supporting families/whānau

If you have the skills we seek, plus a can do attitude and want to belong to a supportive and engaging team making a real difference in our community, we would love to hear from you!