Job description Family Support Coordinator
Hours: Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)
Job specific information
This role is to provide family support, advocacy, liaison with other agency and co-ordinate services within the Early Intervention Team, CCS Disability Action Christchurch. The position is responsible for working in partnership with family and whānau of the children referred, the Early intervention team and any other individuals or agencies to support, develop, deliver and/or coordinate a range of family-directed services that aim to empower and enable the whānau to achieve their goals and for their children to reach their full potential.
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 are looking for someone with the following skills/attributes:
Relevant Degree or Diploma in Social Services or equivalent qualification.
New Zealand Registered Social Worker.
Experience working in a social services agency, and in particular working with disabled children/youth/adults, their families/whānau and significant others.
Demonstrates 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-directed planning and community development concepts.
Is committed to providing quality customer services.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and government policies.
Full NZ driver license.
Lived experience of a having a disability would be advantageous.
Strong time management and organisational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting skills.
Understanding of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Some flexibility with hours of work may be required to accommodate individual needs
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 on Thursday 4 December 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: Southern.Recruitment@ccsDisabilityAction.org.nz
We’re committed to making our process accessible to all.