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Fashion Designer
Community Living Support | Lifestyle Coach
Fashion Designer
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Remote / WFH
Te Roopu Taurima O Manukau Trust
Job Description
Te Roopu Taurima is the largest kaupapa Māori disability support provider supporting tāngata (people we serve) of all ethnicities with intellectual and physical impairments. Guided by tikanga Māori, we uphold the mana and unique identity of every individual we support, creating culturally safe, inclusive, and empowering environments for tāngata to live their best lives.
We are looking for a Lifestyle Coach to support tāngata across a range of needs within our whare (residential homes), with a focus on dignity, independence, and respect, while upholding tikanga Māori in every aspect of whare life.
Location: Otahuhu, Auckland
Hours of work: Part-time, 20 hours per week
Pay rate: Based on completed recognised Care and Support Worker qualifications
Note: Visa sponsorship or Work visa support is not available for this position.
About the role
As a Lifestyle Coach, you will walk alongside tangata, providing practical support, encouragement, and guidance that empowers them to live the life they choose.
No two days are the same. You will support tangata to develop skills, build routines, participate in their community, and work towards goals that are meaningful to them.
Duties include:
Building positive, trusting, and respectful relationships
Supporting daily routines and home management
Assisting with cooking, shopping, budgeting, and household organisation
Encouraging community participation and healthy lifestyle activities
Supporting appointments, planning, and goal setting
Helping tangata navigate challenges in an empowering and respectful way
Promoting choice, independence, and self-determination
Maintaining accurate documentation and communication
A relevant qualification is desirable but not essential. We value transferable skills, lived experience, strong relationship-building abilities, and alignment with our organisational values just as highly.
Skills and experience
Disability support
Mental health support
Community-based support services
Trauma-informed practice
Behaviour support and de-escalation
Independent living support and coaching
Supporting people with complex needs
A relevant qualification is desirable but not essential. We value transferable skills, lived experience, strong relationship-building abilities, and alignment with our organisational values just as highly.
What we offer:
Career progression and assistance with NZQA qualifications
Comprehensive wellbeing support through our EAP provider, including counselling, health coaching, financial and legal guidance, and Rongoā Māori services
Long service leave
Free life and trauma insurance cover
Staff discounts across 50+ well-known NZ brands via our benefits app
A values-based, inclusive workplace where your mahi (work) matters
Regular team events
Apply now, we would love to hear from you!
At Te Roopu Taurima, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace grounded in te ao Māori and tikanga Māori. We support all kaimahi to feel valued, respected, and empowered in their roles. Our workplace promotes fair employment practices, encourages ongoing professional development, and prioritises a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
We welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, recognising the unique strengths and perspectives each person brings to our kaupapa.
Rangatiratanga mō tātou kātoa i runga i ngā tikanga o tēnā o tēnā o tēnā
Ensuring empowerment and self-determination regardless of disability, age, gender, race, or status
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We are looking for a Lifestyle Coach to support tāngata across a range of needs within our whare (residential homes), with a focus on dignity, independence, and respect, while upholding tikanga Māori in every aspect of whare life.
Location: Otahuhu, Auckland
Hours of work: Part-time, 20 hours per week
Pay rate: Based on completed recognised Care and Support Worker qualifications
Note: Visa sponsorship or Work visa support is not available for this position.
About the role
As a Lifestyle Coach, you will walk alongside tangata, providing practical support, encouragement, and guidance that empowers them to live the life they choose.
No two days are the same. You will support tangata to develop skills, build routines, participate in their community, and work towards goals that are meaningful to them.
Duties include:
Building positive, trusting, and respectful relationships
Supporting daily routines and home management
Assisting with cooking, shopping, budgeting, and household organisation
Encouraging community participation and healthy lifestyle activities
Supporting appointments, planning, and goal setting
Helping tangata navigate challenges in an empowering and respectful way
Promoting choice, independence, and self-determination
Maintaining accurate documentation and communication
A relevant qualification is desirable but not essential. We value transferable skills, lived experience, strong relationship-building abilities, and alignment with our organisational values just as highly.
Skills and experience
Disability support
Mental health support
Community-based support services
Trauma-informed practice
Behaviour support and de-escalation
Independent living support and coaching
Supporting people with complex needs
A relevant qualification is desirable but not essential. We value transferable skills, lived experience, strong relationship-building abilities, and alignment with our organisational values just as highly.
What we offer:
Career progression and assistance with NZQA qualifications
Comprehensive wellbeing support through our EAP provider, including counselling, health coaching, financial and legal guidance, and Rongoā Māori services
Long service leave
Free life and trauma insurance cover
Staff discounts across 50+ well-known NZ brands via our benefits app
A values-based, inclusive workplace where your mahi (work) matters
Regular team events
Apply now, we would love to hear from you!
At Te Roopu Taurima, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace grounded in te ao Māori and tikanga Māori. We support all kaimahi to feel valued, respected, and empowered in their roles. Our workplace promotes fair employment practices, encourages ongoing professional development, and prioritises a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
We welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, recognising the unique strengths and perspectives each person brings to our kaupapa.
Rangatiratanga mō tātou kātoa i runga i ngā tikanga o tēnā o tēnā o tēnā
Ensuring empowerment and self-determination regardless of disability, age, gender, race, or status
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