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Wellbeing Visitor

As a Wellbeing Visitor at LifeLinks, you'll directly impact the lives of our clients. Your primary focus will be visiting clients in residential settings to ensure they receive the support they need. Additionally, you'll collaborate closely with residential providers to identify suitable supports that best meet individual needs. You'll also participate in community-focused activities, including travel and expos, where you'll represent LifeLinks and contribute to our shared goals.

This role isn't just about tasks; it's about making a genuine difference in people's lives by supporting their wellbeing and fostering opportunities for a good life. 

What we need from you:

• Experience of working in the disability sector.
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management and/or community engagement with demonstrated ability to interact productively and positively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programmes.
• Experience using Manatū Hauora databases or the ability to quickly learn new technology.
• Ability to recognise and understand the principles and practice of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the implications for our services.
• Current NZ Drivers Licence.
• Related professional qualifications in Human Services are desirable but not essential.

Who you are:

The way we work at Lifelinks is as important as what we do.  We want to ensure our team model our values and demonstrate personal behaviours and qualities that allow them, and their colleagues, to do their best work.

We want you to:

• have an open, respectful, approachable manner that helps put people at ease, with the ability to establish and maintain rapport and trust with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. 
• consistently behave with honesty, commitment, loyalty and integrity.
• demonstrate ethical conduct in dealings with people.
• accept personal responsibility for getting things done and for the success of the process.
• value and celebrate diversity, showing respect for other cultures and people’s different needs and ways of living.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful impact - at LifeLinks, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality, efficient, and effective services for individuals with disabilities. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone's life.
• Inclusive culture - we foster an environment where diversity is celebrated, and every voice is heard. You'll work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal of empowering those we serve.
• Professional growth - we believe in investing in our employees' development. You'll have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Collaborative atmosphere - collaboration is at the heart of what we do. You'll have the chance to build strategic alliances and partnerships with stakeholders in the sector, driving positive change and innovation.

This is a 40 hour a week role, working remotely, however travel is required within Canterbury. The salary for this role is $65k p.a.

Want to know more? The job description is here

Ready to apply? Please apply through Seek. The closing date is 11 July 2024 at 5pm but we may interview suitable applicants sooner, so don't hesitate to apply.