Employment Consultant
- Fixed Term 40 hrs per week for 3 months to cover while staff member on an extended period of leave
- 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.
The Employment Consultant will assist people to explore their vocational options, gain and maintain employment, as well as connecting with employers and other service providers.
About this role
We have an opportunity for an Employment Consultant to join our Jobconnect team. This is interesting and challenging work and to be effective you will need a range of organisational and interpersonal skills.
What you’ll be doing
- Connect with Employers – build strong networks and advocate for clients
- Support Job Seekers – prepare CVs, applications, and provide practical career guidance
- Plan for Success – help clients set goals and take steps toward employment
- Stay Informed – know the latest job opportunities, training, and community resources
- Facilitate Group learning & Promote Services – lead sessions and represent Comcare at events
- Maintain Records – keep accurate data and use systems effectively
- Commit to Growth – engage in ongoing professional development
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in either mental health or the employment/ training sector
- Strong relationship building and networking skills
- The ability to work effectively with a variety of people
- Self-managing, with high levels of organisation and work focus
- Ability to support people to explore options, reach decisions and set goals
- Advocacy skills
- Understanding of mental health issues and their impacts
- Understanding of the barriers to employment and education
It is desirable that you have a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 - Mental Health and Addiction Support (or equivalent qualification) or are committed to studying towards one.
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 hikoi whakamārama. Māna anō tōna ake ara whakaora e whakarau
A journey of discovery where an individual leads their own unique process of moving forwards
How to apply
Applications close Thursday 6 August 2026 at 3pm.
Please note, this role may close earlier if suitable candidates are found, so apply today!
To view the job description, please visit www.comcare.org.nz/current-vacancies/
If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment Team on [email protected]
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