Case Manager | Kaituitui | Waikato Region - January 2025 Start!

New Zealand Job Openings

New Zealand Government

FULL TIME

November 24, 2024

About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whanau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

Case Manager | Kaituitui | Waikato Region - January 2025 Start!

Start Date: Monday 20th January 2025
Salary: (B04) starting from $68,660.00 - $83,003.00
Full-time, Permanent Roles
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

We are seeking Case Managers to join our teams in Waikato Region. The focus of this role is to help support people into employment, emergency housing, tenancy reviews, social housing assessments, administer hardship grants and other financial assistance as required.

What you'll be doing | He aha tau e mahi ana
We are looking for people who can work in a fast paced, pressured environment and have the confidence to make good, considered decisions. You have strong people skills and be able to negotiate outcomes. Empathy, conscientiousness and problem-solving are some of your key strengths.
We are a busy team, and it is essential that you are prepared to work hard, be a great team player and be passionate about helping vulnerable members of our community. If you are dependable to the core and have the grit and tenacity to show up and work hard even when the going is tough, this could be the role for you.

What you'll need to succeed | Ko nga mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitu

Work independently and collaboratively with other team members to assess client needs and develop personalized support plans
Provide case management support, advice, and guidance to clients in a timely, professional, and empathetic manner
Manage a caseload of clients and maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress
Conduct interviews with clients, employers, and other stakeholders to identify barriers to employment and develop strategies to overcome them
Monitor client progress and make adjustments to support plans as necessary
Navigate various computer systems to record and manage client information
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and policies

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable people and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Recruitment Details & Dates: To ensure the timely commencement of training for our successful candidates, we are unable to accept late applications. Please note the following key dates we are working towards:

Applications closes: Friday 29th November 2024
If you are short-listed, you'll be invited to attend a face-to-face interview.
Candidates must be able to provide two work references (your current and previous manager).
Candidates must hold NZ Citizenship or a Permanent Resident visa at time of application.
Service Centre Locations: Please list your preferences (multiple allowed). Please be aware that although we operate multiple service centers in our job listing, not all locations currently have job openings. Specific details regarding available positions will be provided during the interview process.
To view the Waikato Service Centre locations.
Internal MSD Link, click here.

Position Description

http://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-service-delivery/client-service-delivery/case-manager.docx
Salary range: $68,660.00 - $83,003.00

Based on knowledge, skills and relevant work experience.

Me Pehea te Tono | How to Apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
Note: interview process will include several stages, such as shortlisting based on the application, video screening, onsite assessments, face-to-face interviews, reference checking, and vetting. We will inform candidates of each stage of the process and provide feedback where possible.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact Sonia, Manager Regional Services on sonia.bootten006@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees - please apply through your my HR portal at work. This will ensure that your my HR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Friday 29th November 2024

Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Maori, Hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.

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