Rehabilitation Coach

Rehabilitation Coach – Brain Injury and Disability Support

North Shore, Auckland | Permanent, Full Time | 40 Hours per Week

Competitive Salary + KiwiSaver + Phone + Laptop
Flexible Working Hours + EAP Support
Meaningful Community-Based Role + Career Development

Help people rebuild confidence, independence and connection

Are you looking for a role where your work has a genuine impact on someone’s everyday life?

As a Rehabilitation Coach, you will work alongside people living with acquired brain injuries and other disabilities, helping them build practical skills, participate in their communities and achieve goals that are meaningful to them.

This is a hands-on role where progress is personal. It could mean supporting someone to become more independent at home, reconnect with their community, develop new skills or feel more confident completing everyday activities.

Who we are | Ko wai mātou

Explore Hāpainga Ora – Deaf and Disability Support Services provides specialised, individualised support that enables disabled people to live meaningful lives of their choosing.

We place the people we support at the centre of everything we do. Whether someone is learning everyday life skills, working towards employment or strengthening their connection with their community, we work alongside them to support greater choice, control and independence.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week. The usual hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility available.

You will preferably be based on Auckland’s North Shore; however, travel throughout the wider Auckland region will be required. The role includes a mix of community-based and centre-based support.

You will work one-to-one and in group settings, supporting people living with acquired brain injuries or other disabilities. You will build trusted relationships with the people we support and their families or whānau, helping each person work towards their individual goals and aspirations.

This role involves regular driving, including the use of a mobility vehicle. Training will be provided where required.

What you will do | Ngā mahi

• Support people to develop everyday living skills, confidence and greater independence
• Deliver individual and group-based rehabilitation activities
• Support people in their homes, communities, workplaces and centre-based settings
• Build positive, collaborative relationships with clients and their families or whānau
• Recognise and respond to each person’s changing support needs
• Encourage community participation and connection
• Contribute ideas that strengthen our rehabilitation programmes
• Maintain accurate records and complete reports within required timeframes
• Work alongside community organisations and referral agencies, including ACC, MSD and the Ministry of Health

What you will bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga

You will be a practical, compassionate and dependable person who enjoys helping others make meaningful progress.

You will also bring:

• A New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4, an equivalent qualification, or a willingness to work towards this qualification
• Experience supporting disabled people or people living with an acquired brain injury is preferred
• Confidence working independently and supporting people in different environments
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Good planning, administration and computer skills
• An understanding of the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in service delivery
• Current First Aid and Epilepsy training, or a willingness to complete this training
• A full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence
• The ability and willingness to drive a mobility vehicle

Why join us? | He aha ai mātou?

You will join an organisation where your work creates visible, meaningful outcomes for the people we support.

We offer:

• A phone and laptop and you will get a vehicle for company use only.
• Flexible working hours where service needs allow
• Employee Assistance Programme support
• Training and professional development opportunities
• A respectful and supportive workplace
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in your community

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono mai

If you are ready to use your skills, energy and compassion to help people achieve greater independence, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply through our website with your CV and a cover letter telling us why this opportunity interests you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may close early if a suitable applicant is appointed.

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or residents or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.