Competitive salary + Kiwi saver
Disability Support + Permanent community-based role
EAP support + Respectful Culture + Career Development Opportunities
Tauranga based + 18 hours per week
Who we are | Ko wai mātou
Geneva Healthcare – Deaf and Disability Support Services provides specialised supports to allow people living with a disability to live their best life of their choice. We pride ourselves on our tailored, individualised programmes with the people we support at the heart of our work. Whether learning basic life skills or being supported to connect into the community. We work alongside our people to have the choice and control of their life.
About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
Are you someone who gets a kick out of building connections with your local community? Do you enjoy seeing the results of your work and the positive impact this has on others?
As the Rehabilitation Coach, you will assist in providing support for people living with disability as they carry out everyday tasks. This is a physical hands-on role that requires excellent communication and planning skills. The ability to work independently or in group settings is a must.
This will be a part time role, 18 hours per week, hours are as follows.
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday | 8:30am – 12:30pm
Wednesday | 8:30am – 3:00pm.
The occasional Friday may be required to cover staff.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting clients who are living with a traumatic brain injury or other disabilities to work alongside them either one on one and or in a group setting
Facilitate and plan group activities, such as crafting, woodwork, games, and local outings
One to one support within the community
Engaging with the people we support to establish trusting and collaborative relationships with them and their families/whānau, directed toward the achievement of individualised goals and aspirations
Working with clients as they carry out their activities including centre-based, home based, community based and workplace settings
Understanding and recognising ongoing and changing needs of the people we support
Maintaining accurate administration and provide timely reports
What you will bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga
Experience working with people with complex support needs including traumatic brain injury and seizures
Understand the significance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Experience in networking at all levels across the social sector
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to plan or contribute innovated ideas for our programme
Hold a National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing NZQA level 2 or above – you will be required to work towards level 4
Current First Aid and Epilepsy training (or willing to work towards it)
Current full driver’s license
How to apply | Me pēhea te tono mai
If you are looking for an exciting Rehab Coach role, in a great location and working with fantastic people, click the apply button and bring your skills to our organisation today! Please apply with your CV and cover letter telling us about yourself.
Applications Close | Te katinga o tēnei whai tūranga: 9th August 2025 at 5pm
Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview and applications will be reviewed as they are received, therefore resulting in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.
Applicants for this position must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit
