Employment Coordinator, Bay of Plenty Region based in Greerton

Employment Coordinator, Bay of Plenty Region based in Greerton

Ministry of Social Development

Permanent, Full time 37.55 hours per week

• Support clients with health conditions, illnesses, or disabilities to access employment and training opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and employers.
• Be part of a team making a positive impact through employment

About the role

The Employment Coordinator plays a key role in helping clients with health conditions, illnesses, or disabilities access employment, training, and support services. You will work closely with clients to understand their skills and needs, helping them find suitable job opportunities and navigate challenges to stay employed. This role focuses on what clients can achieve, supporting their journey towards independence.

A skilled relationship builder, you understand peoples’ needs and tailor your service approach accordingly. You’ll assist clients with CV development and interview preparation, undertaking pre-employment checks, and providing clients with career and personal guidance, advice, mentoring and referring to agency providers where appropriate. 

You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, are solutions-focused, and you have strong relationship management skills. Your ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing situations will help drive successful outcomes for clients and employers alike.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Relevant experience working within the health, disability, or recruitment sectors.
• Strong understanding of current employment trends and challenges, particularly for those living with health conditions or disabilities.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to tailor your approach to the needs of clients and employers
• A proactive, goal-oriented attitude and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• A tenacious but professional and driven approach to overcome roadblocks
• The ability to work collaboratively and develop solutions that meet both client and employer needs.
• A full, clean driver’s license and ability to travel around the Bay of Plenty region to meet employers.

What we offer:

• Regular coaching and career development opportunities
• A salary range of $78,222 to $94,689 per annum, based on relevant skills, experience and other factors.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. In your cover letter, please highlight how your experience aligns with the responsibilities outlined in the position description.

You will also be asked to answer the following questions in the application form:

1. How would you approach finding employment opportunities for clients facing barriers in the labour market?
2. What cold calling techniques would you use to engage new employers?

Position Description

For more details, click the following link to view the Position Description.

​​​​​​​Applications close: Sunday, 6th October 2024

Applications close: Sunday, 6th October 2024

Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work.  This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.

All applications must be made online.  Any additional questions can be directed to [email protected] quoting the job reference number 45506.