Service Manager (General)

Based in Christchurch/North Canterbury, travel will be required! This is an exciting chance to have a positive impact and assist individuals to live great lives. Make a difference that truly matters - apply today!

Join our team as a Service Manager and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, utilizing your management skills to create a supportive and inclusive environment while building strong relationships with both the individuals we support and their families.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Service Manager, you will be responsible for creating a positive and inclusive team environment, building relationships with the individuals and their families, and ensuring that their individual needs and wants are met. While previous people management experience is preferable, having a background in the Health and Disability sector would be preferred but not essential. The most important qualifications are a genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives, a can-do attitude, and a hands-on approach. Being resilient and adaptable to change is crucial for success in this role.

As a Service Manager, you will report to the Area Manager and work closely with other Service Managers and a skilled Regional/National team. The organization values a supportive and collaborative work environment, which you will contribute to.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Passion for the services provided by ABC and the people supported. Relevant tertiary qualification. People management experience, including HR practices. Experience in delivering outcomes in a high-pressure and changing environment. Ability to develop a functional and positive team environment. Strong teamwork skills and a can-do attitude. Being open to travel as needed for the position, allowing for greater flexibility.

Tāima | Working Hours

It's important to note that due to the nature of the services provided, the position requires availability for the below hours with a base hours of 40 per week plus on-call. Availability between Monday to Friday (6:30 am to 7:30 pm), weekends (6:30 am to 2:30 pm), and other core hours. On-call requirements on a rotational basis, covering 80 hours per fortnight.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

An enriching managerial position awaits in a well-established not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing support services to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Welcoming, supportive, and collaborative team environment. Starting salary of $76,053 - $83,500 per annum plus a work vehicle, phone, and laptop. A collaborative and inclusive organizational culture with a focus on our people's wellbeing. Ongoing learning and development opportunities including a Leadership Qualification that we will support you through and meet the cost of fees.

Mō mātou | About us (ABC)

ABC supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on ABC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community.

ABC is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer and is New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV, and cover letter outlining your previous experience and motivation to apply for this role.

The ABC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.