NorthAble Matapuna Hauora has been supporting the people of Te Taitokerau since 1990. Underpinned by our core values: 

Manaakitanga/Compassion

Whakakaha/Empowerment

Āheinga/Opportunity

Ngākau pono/Integrity

Aroha/Fun

NorthAble’s purpose is working alongside tāngata whaikaha to support them to lead their best life.

Due to population increases, we are bringing on additional Service Facilitators in our organisation, giving you a chance to join a forward-thinking team prepared for the future of delivering outcomes under the Enabling Good Lives Principles. We offer flexibility in work locations and hours, so applications from across the rohe are welcome. We also encourage people with lived experience of disability to apply.

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The Service Facilitator role works with an identified caseload to ensure that individuals and their family/whānau are supported through a whole-of-life approach through the utilisation of the principles of Enabling Good Lives. The right candidate will have the skills and attitude required to empower individuals and families/whānau to think aspirationally about their life goals and facilitate access to support to meet these goals across a variety of funded and community support options.
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Key Objectives include:

• Establish and build rapport with individuals and their family/whānau.
• Gather information as required from a range of sources to establish desired outcomes.
• Work with the individual and family/whānau to develop action-person-centered outcome plans.
• Actively apply the aims and objectives of the New Zealand Disability Strategy and the Principles of Enabling Good Lives.
     
     

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Experience in the disability sector (either professional or lived experience) preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the New Zealand Disability Strategy, United Nations Convention on the Rights of Disabled Persons, and Enabling Good Lives Principles. (Preferred)
• Knowledge of the Code of Health & Disability Services Consumer’s Rights. (Preferred)
• Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable service delivery.
• Customer service focused: committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone, and face-to-face.
• Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, with varying communication styles depending on the audience.
• Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally.
• Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members. 
• Time management: accomplish objectives effectively within the time frame given and carry out administrative duties within the portfolio efficiently and on time.
     
     

For a full copy of the Job Description or to express an interest in this role, please email hr@northable.org.nz. We will send an application form for you to complete and return to the same address.
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If you require more information about this role, please contact Nikita on 09 430 0988. 
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Applications close on the 5th of January 2024 at 5 pm. 

Te Tumuhere – The CEO 

Are you a strategic, future-focused leader with experience in the non-profit sector? This role will suit someone looking for an opportunity to further their career in a well-established, thriving organisation. Bring your ambition to achieve the extraordinary, and you will find that the board and the team are right alongside you. 

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Ko wai mātou – about us 

We are honoured to support Tāngata Whaikaha (people with disabilities), their whānau and the wider community of Te Taitokerau. NorthAble Matapuna Hauora is a registered charitable trust that has been serving the community for over 30 years. Our purpose is to work alongside Tāngata Whaikaha to support them in leading their best lives. 

NorthAble currently employs 47 staff members to deliver our comprehensive range of services. We are funded for a range of community support services by contracts from the Government (to the value of approximately $3.8 million); we also have an equipment shop and manage the Whangarei Budgeting Service.

As our upcoming annual report will detail, the organisation is in great shape; we are in a strong position culturally, operationally, and financially. All this means we can move forward with even greater ambition to further support the success of Tāngata Whaikaha, their whānau and our community. 

We are ready to take our mahi to the next level. 

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Te tūranga - the role 

Reporting to the board of trustees and based in Whāngarei, this role leads the senior leadership team and has primary responsibility for all aspects of the organisation's delivery. 

The senior leadership team includes:

• GM of Business Services and Operations
• GM of Contract Commissioning Service Delivery 
• Kaiārahi Kaupapa Māori
• Finance Accountant
     
     

This role works with the board and the senior leadership team to implement the strategy and associated business/project plans and deliver outstanding leadership of NorthAble Matapuna Hauora.

Te Tumuhere - The CEO is accountable for ensuring the team is fully supported, resourced, and enabled to do their best work. The role must shape a positive environment, embrace te ao Māori, and promote a high-quality, sustainable service model. 

The role is also the face and voice of the organisation. It is responsible for championing our kaupapa and listening to the ideas and needs of all our key stakeholders, including Tāngata Whaikaha, whānau, the wider community, Iwi and the Government.

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‍He kōrero e pā ana ki a koe – about you 

You will not be content with the status quo and will have a proven track record of leading innovation. 

You will have a background in non-profit leadership, with strong capabilities across organisational strategy, stakeholder engagement, financial management, organisational culture, and operations. 

You will embrace the strengths of your colleagues in a collaborative approach to leadership while also honouring the responsibility as Chief Executive to deliver clarity, smooth operations, and effective strategic leadership for the organisation. 

You will have: ‍

• Proven leadership experience in a non-profit environment, ideally across disability, health, and social services.
• An alignment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. 
• Outstanding communication skills and track record of effective engagement across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Sound knowledge of governance, contracts, and policy management. 
     
     

We welcome applications from people who live with a disability.

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Kō tā mātou mahi – this is what we do/this is the work we do 

In this role, you can look forward to: 

• Building on a strong, established foundation of mahi, and setting your sights on the horizon.
• The opportunity to lead an outstanding team of values-driven professionals who are passionate about the kaupapa of the organisation. 
• Meaningful mahi, knowing you are making a positive difference for Tāngata Whaikaha, whānau and your community.
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• Flexibility and support from a passionate and engaged board of trustees.

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 Applicants must provide their CV and a cover letter, addressing their understanding of the sector and how their skillset aligns with the criteria sought.

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For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Carol Searle, Interim CEO, on 0274638 588. 

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For all applications, email carol.searle@northable.org.nz

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Closing Date: Wednesday 24th January 2024.

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Our Āhei Internship team want someone to join them who has the skills, networks and capabilities to support rangatahi whaikaha (youth with disabilities) into meaningful internships and sustainable employment opportunities. We are looking for an Employment Support Mentor who can liaise with businesses and support interns and their families/whānau throughout their time with us and beyond. This program offers interns not only work experience, but also teaches key work-readiness skills, builds mana and opportunities for rangatahi whaikaha to move into and stay in employment.

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Lived experience of a disability of any kind will be advantageous to this role, and we encourage those who identify as disabled to apply. We are happy to provide support and/or accommodations for the interview process. Please advise upon the application of any support you may need.

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As part of the NorthAble team, you will have an opportunity to be part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of what we do, be it our teams or clients. We are a whānau-first organisation, be it at home or our team here at work.

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This is a full-time, fixed-term, Monday to Friday role based in Whangārei, although occasional weekend or outside-of-office hours work may be required.

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Duties include:

• Actively liaise with local businesses to create internship work experience roles (primary role).
• Broker employment opportunities for interns’ post-internship work (primary role).
• Conduct site and role assessments to match interns to the right job (primary role).
• Help deliver learning workshops for interns.
• Work with interns and their whānau to create the best environment for success.
• Managing enrolments, course communication, support and tracking participants' progress.
• Provide regular updates and support to the Āhei Project Coordinator.
• Work with multiple key stakeholders to provide a successful internship experience.
• Support and mentor interns throughout the program.
• Continuous improvement to the program.

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Skills and Experience:

This is a people-based role; we are after the right person who can build relationships and rapport quickly and easily.

• Experience in sales (highly regarded).
• Experience working in an Employment Broker or Human Resources role (highly regarded).
• Highly organised, proficient administration and business support skills (highly regarded).
• Experience working with disabled people (desirable).
• Experience working with youth (desirable).
• Ability and confidence relating with diverse people with different levels of needs.
• Excellent and effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capacity to work within a team and autonomously with minimal supervision.
• An understanding of the Enabling Good Lives philosophy, NZ Disability Strategy, Treaty of Waitangi, and the United Nations Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
• Familiarity with Tikanga Māori.
• Have a client-focused approach to work goals.

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Success in this role is about bringing yourself to work and being who you are. If you feel motivated to apply for this role but don’t meet all criteria, we’d still like to hear from you.

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The starting date for this role will be the 8th of January 2024.

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Please request a job application form and job description from Nikita Du Plessis. Email the completed job application form, CV/Resumé and cover letter to hr@northable.org.nz.

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If you would like more information on this position, please call Kris or Adam on (09) 430 0988.

The Support Coordinator role supports the ongoing delivery of service facilitation to individuals, family/whanau in Northland to ensure that they are empowered to make choices over their own lives. This role works in partnership with the Service Facilitator role to manage an identified caseload and ensure that the services and support in place for individuals and their families remain fit for purpose throughout life stages and changes.

Key Objectives include:

• Completing reviews with clients and family on existing outcome plans.
• Providing information on community services and supports available and completing referrals as required.
• Creation and management of client files within client management systems including Socrates and any other required CMS.
• Complete assessments for NZTA Total Mobility scheme.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams involved in supporting individuals as required.

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Please request the Job Description and Application form from hr@northable.org.nz