Job Type: 3 months Contract - Full time
Start date: Immediately
Hours: Mon- Fri
Location- Mt Wellington
Are you passionate about our community and making a difference to peoples lives? Great opportunity to work for a not-for-profit organisation, whose main focus is to provide people with disabilities access to an array of services designed to make life easier and more meaningful. This is a great opportunity to be part of a remarkable organisation and team that aims to make a difference in the lives of disabled people!
We have an immediate need for 6 Client Support people for a minimum of 3 months+ assignments. Responsible for carrying out Client Support activities efficiently to ensure people with needs and their families / whānau receive a supported, person-centred approach to ensure prompt and effective access to the right supports. Responsible for providing impartial, objective and credible advice to client issues and queries in a manner that reflects purpose and values.
Responsibilities include:
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Schedule and coordinate client assessments, ensuring timely communication and written confirmations where required.
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Identify and prioritise client needs using a user-driven, person-centred approach and effective resource planning tools.
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Provide accurate information and guidance on eligibility, services, referrals, privacy, and supported decision-making.
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Build strong, trusting relationships with clients, whānau, and stakeholders, managing sensitive conversations with empathy.
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Support clients to access appropriate services, including alternative options for those not eligible.
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Maintain accurate records, high-quality data entry, confidentiality, and efficient administrative processes.
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Demonstrate commitment to health and safety, professional development, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
About You:
- Experience in a customer-facing role
- Strong systems and data entry skills
- Excellent communication and phone manner
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and maintain personal resilience
- Health and/or disability-related qualification
- Experience in a health and/or disability support environment
Key Skills & Attributes:
- Professional, collaborative, and self-managing
- Culturally aware and inclusive
- Strong written skills with attention to accuracy and detail
- Empathetic, adaptable, and client-focused
Immediate start, good hourly rate, flexibility with hours, full time . Assignment is till end of June 2026, maybe extended . You will get the opportunity to be part of a hard working organisation that are passionate about delivering a high level of service to their valued clients in the community.
If you are passionate about client-centred support and want to contribute to positive outcomes for disabled people and their families, we would love to hear from you.
Employer Request: “We prefer a video profile with your application - it helps us get to know you better and may increase your chances of being shortlisted.”