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Community Coach

Job posted: 05/01/2026
Job closes: 31/01/2026

Company/Organisation Name:

Laura Fergusson Trust

Company/Organisation Website:

https://lft.org.nz/

About the Company/Organisation

E pā ana ki a tatou |About us 

We are an independent, charitable provider of residential care for those living with disability. We are driven to help our clients achieve independence and self-determination and strive to inspire opportunities for belonging. We provide services 24/7 365 days per year.

Ngā mātāpono | Our values 

Empathy – Aroh; Courage – Kia Maia; and Embracing Diversity – Kanorau Awhitanga

 

Empathy, Aroha – We are kind, and have a desire to know and understand others 

Embracing Diversity, Kanorau Awhitanga – We respect people, value difference and are committed to equity 

Courage, Kia Maia – We are prepared to change and lead the way by being the best we can be 

How to Apply

Me pēhea te tono |To apply for this role: 

  • Before contacting us, you need to have:
  • Full NZ driving licence 
  • NZ citizen, resident or holder of a work visa (we cannot sponsor a visa for this position)
  • Level 4 is desirable (New Zealand Health & Wellbeing)
  • Email your CV or enquiry to [email protected]

Job Description

  • Community Disability Coach (part-time)
  • Support our community clients to achieve their goals! 

We are looking for a Kai Mataora (Coach) to join our Community Team that works across the greater Wellington region.  

  • Monday to Friday work (no weekends or shift work)
  • Part-time hours to suit your situation
  • $28.95 (living wage) to $30.65 (level 4) per hour

Community Coaches can make a significant difference in the lives of disabled people.   They provide encouragement to enhance their lives.  In their roles, coaches support the client to learn new tasks, to focus on the client’s strengths and abilities, (looking for what people can do instead of what they may be unable to do), make the appropriate adjustments & connections and following up with mentoring.

For example, you might be supporting someone to go to the supermarket.  You would enquire “what can you do?” then encourage them to e.g. reach an item off the shelf and then do it alongside them. 

WIIFM?

  • Autonomous, meaningful & rewarding work
  • Supportive manager 
  • Make a difference in people’s lives!
  • Access to company car
  • Mobile phone provided

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