Job description Employment & Service Coordinator
Hours: Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)
This role coordinates services provided by CCS Disability Action within Employment Support and Vocational contracts. The position is responsible for working in partnership with the individuals and their families to develop, deliver and/or coordinate a range of services that aim to empower and enable the individual to achieve their personal employment goals.
Job specific information
The Coordinator will support the individual and their family/whānau with a service plan by providing information and options, coordinating and delivering a range of individualised support services to a high standard and in accordance with the CCS Disability Action vision and mission and values – ensuring the individual feels empowered and able to participate in employment by accessing opportunities of their choosing.
The Coordinator will be aware of the benefits of diversity within employment and the tools and supports available for people moving into employment.
Relationships will be in place with disabled people and employers and this role will be used to connect these parties into sustainable employment relationships.
Services will be delivered in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures.
Our organisation takes a social, rather than medical approach, supporting disabled people to live their best lives. We are guided by the Enabling Good Lives principles, shifting power and authority back to disabled people and their families, to increase choice and control in their lives.
About you
We would love to hear from you if you have:
Relevant Degree or Diploma in Social Services or Human Services or acceptable equivalent qualification and/or work experience.
Experience working in a social services agency, and in particular working with disabled children/youth/adults, their families/whānau and significant others.
A willingness to be creative and innovative in delivering services.
Networking skills and knowledge of government, non-government and private sector services available within the community.
Understanding of person and family centred planning and community development concepts.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and government policies.
Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting skills.
Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Lived experience of disability would be advantageous.
Why us?
At CCS Disability Action, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace guided by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We uphold a strong human rights framework and promote equal opportunities for all.
Our strategic priorities, Te Aronui, shape how we work – valuing relationships, wellbeing, and knowledge while keeping whānau hauā/disabled people at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Join our friendly, values-driven team and make a meaningful impact every day.
With a strong employee value proposition, we offer great employee benefits, job-related training, and clear career growth pathways. Whether you’re with us short-term or long-term, we provide the tools and opportunities for success. Our employee benefits programme includes:
Exclusive discounts
Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
A paid annual wellbeing day.
How to apply
Please complete the form below and upload your cover letter – where you can share a bit about yourself and your interests – along with your CV, outlining your work experience and education. Once you've submitted your application, it will be sent directly to us for review.
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 10 ber 2025.
We work within a human rights framework and are committed to equal opportunity in all our employment policies and procedures. We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We openly encourage disabled people to apply.
If you need accommodations or an alternative application method, please contact: Central.Recruitment@ccsDisabilityAction.org.nz
We’re committed to making our process accessible to all.