A Full-time position – working with MSD clients aged 18 - 24

Covering Manawatu region - Based in Palmerston North, but some travel around the district may be necessary, according to the needs of people we support.

Are you an individual who has a passion for supporting young people to reach their employment goals and aspirations?

Are you relatable, motivating, encouraging and someone who likes to create opportunity and celebrate individual achievement?

If you are you a self-starter who works well in a team this could be the position for you;

WHO WE ARE

Te Puna Whai Mātauranga is an organisation that supports  people and their whanāu achieve better life and educational outcomes.  We are a community trust with campuses in Horowhenua, Manawatu, and Wairarapa

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role requires you to work with Ministry of Social Development clients aged 18 – 24 to prepare them for employment and help them overcome barriers to work by providing individualised and group training.

The position includes community networking and employer engagement to grow opportunities for clients to be placed into sustainable employment and provide on-going in work support. You will be required to seek and coordinate individual and group work experiences for clients.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

·         Effective communication, administration, presentation and interpersonal skills including good computer literacy skills for record management.

·         Networking and strong relationships building skills are a must.

·         Excellent time management, able to prioritise workloads and meet targets on time.

·         An understanding of the local job market and employer requirements would be an advantage.

·         Experience in tutoring small groups would be an advantage

A current, full driver’s licence and a police vet are required for this role.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

·         Enjoy working autonomously, while still being part of a supportive and engaged team

·         Work within a dynamic organisation dedicated to serving the community

·         Employee wellbeing package and additional birthday and Trust leave

·         Transport available for work travel

To discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact Jo Robinson, Employment Programmes Manager, on 0800 3681095 or email [email protected]

A position description is available at https://www.tpwm.ac.nz/meet-our-team#vacancies

Applications may close early if a suitable applicant is found.