Health and Disability Navigator

About the role

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing and housing services. It is looking for a permanent full-time Health and Disability Navigator to provide meaningful support to people and whānau, helping them reconnect, grow and build the skills to live independently. The position is based in Tawa, with hours from 8.00am to 8.00pm, Monday to Sunday.

Key responsibilities

• Provide hands-on, wrap-around support to clients in their homes and communities, helping them build confidence, independence and meaningful connections.
• Work with clients to develop personalised plans and set goals in areas such as housing, finances, education and health.
• Identify practical ways to overcome barriers and work with clients, families and internal and external services to coordinate support and provide advocacy.
• Help people access the resources and services they need to reach their goals.

Required profile

• A Level 4 (or higher) qualification in Mental Health and Addiction.
• Current First Aid certificate including CPR, or willingness and ability to complete it.
• Experience providing one-to-one community support is preferred but not essential.
• Commitment to recovery-focused values and eligibility to work in New Zealand.
• Current full driver's licence.

Required skills

• Strong communication and computer skills.
• Ability to build respectful relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

What we offer

• Salary of $58,701.12 to $66,172.59 depending on experience and qualification.
• Learning, development and training opportunities, including 5-10 paid study leave days.
• Staff benefits including store discounts and 3 days of well-being leave.
• Discounted health insurance through Southern Cross Health.

To apply, use the apply button on the listing and upload your CV and cover letter.