Housing Facilitator
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Job Location:
Christchurch - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Full Time Position (40hrs)
- Based at 334 Lincoln Road
About us
Comcare is an established Mental Health and Housing provider assisting people with mental health or addiction issues to live well in the community. We provide a rich and diverse range of Mental Health Support Services Housing and Housing Support Services.
Ourservices have been developed with thebeliefgood housing is crucial to the maintenance ofwellbeing and mentalhealth andcan be a key factor in recovery.
About this role
We are seeking adedicatedHousing Facilitatorwho will fulfil aunique and specialist role inassisting people who are homelessandsupporting clients to find and maintain housingworking with people who experience mental illnessthose in recovery from addictionsand those referred by the Ministry of Social Development.
What youll be doing
- Supporting people experiencing or at risk of homelessness to find safe stable housing.
- Completing housing assessments and identifying barriers to housing.
- Helping clients access temporary accommodation and addressing immediate needs.
- Supporting clients to view and apply for rental and social housing.
- Advocating for clients housing needs.
- Assisting clients to set up and maintain sustainable tenancies.
- Connecting clients with the community health and social services.
- Keeping accurate records case notes and completing administrative tasks.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A positive outlook and a passion to help others.
- A creative solution focused approach.
- The ability to make well considered decisions.
- An understanding of housing systems and social services (or willingness to learn).
- The ability to work well independently and as part of a supportive team.
- Good attention to detail.
- Greatcommunicationskills.
It is desirable that you have a
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 - Mental Health and Addiction Support (or equivalent qualification) or are committed to studying towards one.
Experience in the mental health and disability sector would be an advantage.
Applicants must hold a current full clean drivers license.
You will have a cultural awareness knowledge of and demonstrable commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Eligibility
Applicants for this position must have the legal right to work in NZ and consent to undergo a criminal record check process
What we offer
In return Comcare provides a supportive and positive culture that is committed to the ongoing development of its workforce in an area of growing need.
Kotewhakaora hehīkoiwhakamārama.Mānaanōtōnaakearawhakaoraewhakarau
A journey of discovery where an individual leads their own unique process of moving forwards
How to apply
Applications close on Tuesday 11 November at 3pm.
Please note this role may close earlier if suitable candidates are found so apply today!
The Job Description and Application Form can be downloaded from Comcares website by copying and pasting the following link into your browser; and clicking on the relevant links.
Only job applications that include a completed Comcare Application form will be considered. If you have any questions please contact the Recruitment Team on
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Communication skills
- Classroom Experience
- Data Collection
- Adult Education
- Meeting Facilitation
- Calculus
- LMS
- Teaching
- Training & Development
- Exercise Planning
- Remedy
