Be the Connection
Our people bring the right connections together
We build trust, open doors, and create lasting change for people with disabilities and their whānau.
At Kaikaranga, we believe the best work you will ever do is the kind that supports people to live their best life. At the heart of our mahi is connecting people with the communities and opportunities around them.
This is a place where the work asks something of you, and in return, we offer supported flexibility, career growth, and work that’s closely connected to real outcomes.
Whether you come from health, disability, aged care or community services, or you are just starting out with the drive to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Connect to your next role
The right connection can change everything
In some jobs you deliver services, but in these roles, you connect people to the life they want to live.
Support Facilitator
You bring a well-rounded ability to deliver end-to-end support, including assessment, planning, and coordination, to connect people with the right supports.
Service Coordinator
Working remotely as an independent NASC contractor, you'll be guided by each person’s needs and goals, and help design the right support plan.
Connector Case Manager
You'll provide intensive, relationship-based support to people with complex needs and help build independence and stability.
Navigator
Partner with disabled people and whānau to explore services, opportunities, and community connections.
Service Delivery Specialist
Provide expert guidance and mentoring to our teams, drawing on your deep experience and community connections to support holistic outcomes.
Stories from the people who make this place great
Where people and purpose connect
Our benefits
No matter what your role is, we support you to do your best work — we offer flexibility, ongoing development, and a team that's behind you.
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Personal development. Expand your skills and career with workshops, courses and resources.
Working alongside your learning style. Training that fits how you learn best, ensuring you thrive from day one.
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Hybrid work model with remote options. Enjoy flexibility with a mix of in-office and remote work.
Part-time and job-sharing opportunities. Balance work with personal life through part-time roles or sharing a job with someone else.
Accessibility support and solutions. We make sure everyone can work comfortably and effectively, with responsive work accommodations to meet individual needs.
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Peer mentoring. Learn and grow with support from your teammates in a collaborative environment.
Professional Supervision. Receive structured support and guidance to develop your skills.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Access confidential counseling and support services to help manage personal or work-related challenges.
Wellbeing activities. Take part in activities that promote your health, happiness and work-life balance.
Our teams
We’re a team connected by diverse skills, so we can respond to the different stories we work with.
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Our Community Engagement team determines people’s eligibility for funded support, connecting individuals to the services they need. They build and maintain relationships with community leaders and organisations, lead in educating the community about the work we do and grow a network of support and collaboration.
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When you call us you’ll be greeted by one of our Client Service Representatives. As the central hub for all communication channels, they ensure every interaction is efficient and effective. Their proactive approach incorporates strong customer service principles.
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This is our largest Service Delivery team. Our team provides direct, personalised assistance to disabled people and families, making sure they receive the necessary support to thrive. Needs assessment and service coordinations are done here.
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Offering intensive and comprehensive support, this team is a powerful option for disabled people and families with complex needs. They walk alongside individuals, connecting them with the right services and opportunities, advocating for their needs and providing ongoing assistance. They also handle needs assessments and service coordination.
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They assist disabled people during hospital stays and help facilitate the best transition back to the community. They involve all necessary partners like Health NZ, private hospitals, aged residential care, other types of accommodation, and multidisciplinary teams, to ensure integrated and smooth care.
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As experts in applying DSS funding tools and methods, including personal budgets, our team leads provider and funder engagement. They align multiple funding sources, and advise on residential pathways and support options. They also coordinate resources and commission supports to ensure disabled people’s continuity of care.
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Our team ensures excellence by focusing on processes, service delivery training, complaints and compliance. They maintain high standards of quality and assurance, making sure our services are trustworthy and meet all regulatory requirements.
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Our team focus on nurturing people and culture at Kaikaranga, driving business expansion and managing communications. Our Resource Planning function along with Shared Services are also part of this team.
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Managing business operations and IT infrastructure, they keep everything running smoothly and efficiently.
Our hiring process
From the initial application to the final stage, we promise open communication and respect. The process may vary slightly for different roles, but here are the main steps.
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Send your application online(Opens in a new tab)—it only takes a few minutes. Tell us about yourself, your experience, and why you’re excited about joining us
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If you’re shortlisted, expect a friendly phone call from one of our People and Culture team members. We’ll discuss your work background further and tell you more about the job you have applied for.
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Showcase your skills in an engaging and interactive session. We’ll have a couple of discussion-based activities tailored to the role you’re applying for.
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An opportunity for you to come in, meet a team member working in the same role, gain a better understanding of the work and get a feel for the environment.
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Expect behavioural questions where we explore how you handle situations and if it aligns with our values and culture. You can ask more questions about the role and about us.
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We’ll ask you to complete Police Vetting and undertake verbal references. We’ll ask your permission to talk to two of your former line managers.
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If everything aligns, we’ll extend an offer to join our team.
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Permanent employees will experience a warm welcome with our traditional whakatau ceremony as you embark on this exciting journey with us.