Community Services Coordinator
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your leadership can empower others and support them to achieve meaningful outcomes.
We’re on the lookout for an inspiring Community Services Coordinator to join our team. This is a pivotal frontline leadership role supporting people within their communities. You’ll be part of a passionate, purpose-driven organisation that strives to embody the Enabling Good Lives principles.
Why Join Us?
- Make an Impact: Support individuals with disabilities to lead their best lives and achieve their goals.
- Supportive Team Culture: Work in a close-knit, values-driven team where collaboration, trust, and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
- Wellbeing-Focused: We care about your wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where you feel supported and valued.
The Role
As our Community Services Coordinator, you’ll lead by example, guiding your team to deliver high-quality support services. You'll work closely with individuals, their families/whānau, and the community to design and deliver supports that are aspirational, responsive, and empowering.
- Facilitate a person-directed approach to support, working alongside individuals, whānau, and community networks
- Develop outcome-focused support plans — and track progress to ensure success
- Build open, respectful relationships with those we support, using their input to improve services
- Lead a positive, inclusive team culture that supports staff to do their best work
- Nurture strong working relationships across your team, encouraging collaboration and shared purpose
- Coach and mentor staff, providing regular feedback that drives growth and excellence
- Ensure staff are trained and can meet peoples specific support needs
- Ensure rostering and budgeting goals are met
About You
- Hold a Level 4 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing or a related qualification in disability support.
- Bring 3+ years of experience partnering with others, in support of people achieving their goals.
- A natural communicator — articulate, approachable, and adaptable across diverse audiences
- Passionate about people — valuing individual uniqueness and cultural diversity
- A team builder — someone who motivates and empowers others to thrive
- Exceptionally well-organised, with strong planning and systems thinking
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to grow your career, make a meaningful impact and join a team where your leadership truly matters — we’d love to hear from you.
To find out more, contact Vanessa Dakin on 022 691 5876 for a confidential chat.
Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand, hold a full NZ driver’s licence, and be subject to police vetting.
Apply now and help shape a more inclusive, empowered future for the people we support and their communities.
