Housing Facilitator

Housing Facilitator Permanent Full Time Position (40hrs per week) Based at 334 Lincoln Road About us Comcare is an established Mental Health and Housing provider assisting people with mental health or addiction issues to live well in the community. We provide a rich and diverse range of Mental Health Support Services, Housing and Housing Support Services. Our services have been developed with the belief good housing is crucial to the maintenance of wellbeing and mental health and can be a key factor in recovery. About this role We are seeking a dedicated Housing Facilitator who will fulfil a unique and specialist role in assisting people who are homeless, and supporting clients to find and maintain housing, working with people who experience mental illness, those in recovery from addictions and those referred by the Ministry of Social Development. What you’ll be doing Supporting people experiencing or at risk of homelessness to find safe stable housing. Completing housing assessments and identifying barriers to housing. Helping clients access temporary accommodation and addressing immediate needs. Supporting clients to view and apply for rental and social housing. Advocating for clients' housing needs. Assisting clients to set up and maintain sustainable tenancies. Connecting clients with the community, health, and social services. Keeping accurate records, case notes and completing administrative tasks. About you To be successful in this role, you will have: A positive outlook and a passion to help others. A creative, solution focused approach. The ability to make well considered decisions. An understanding of housing systems and social services (or willingness to learn). The ability to work well independently and as part of a supportive team. Good attention to detail. Great communication skills. It is desirable that you have a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 - Mental Health and Addiction Support (or equivalent q"ualification) or are committed to studying towards one. Experience in the mental health and social services sector would be an advantage. Applicants must hold a current full, clean driver’s license. You will have a cultural awareness, knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Eligibility Applicants for this position must have the legal right to work in NZ and consent to undergo a criminal record check process. What we offer In return Comcare provides a supportive and positive culture that is committed to the ongoing development of its workforce in an area of growing need. “Ko te whakaora, he hīkoi whakamārama. Māna anō tōna ake ara whakaora e whakarau” “A journey of discovery where an individual leads their own unique process of moving forwards” #J-18808-Ljbffr