Clinical Case Manager (fixed term 18 months)

The University of Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 87,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working (including home and/h

Superannuation up to 6.75%

Five weeks' annual leave

Career development programs

Discounted car parking

Parental leave allowance

Childcare discounts

Job summary

The University of Auckland is seeking a compassionate Clinical Case Manager to support students with complex wellbeing and mental health needs. You will assess needs, develop support plans, advocate, and coordinate transfers to internal and external services.

Based in Auckland, the role requires empathy, robust judgement, and a strong commitment to student wellbeing. A tertiary qualification and registration are essential, with a fixed-term contract through May 2028.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Nursing.
• Registration under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (e.g., SWRB, OTBNZ, NCNZ or equivalent).
• At least five years’ experience providing case management or mental health support to young people or students.

Responsibilities

• Manage referrals, assess risk and provide professional, timely responses to urgent or complex situations.
• Develop and manage support plans for students with wellbeing concerns or complex needs.
• Collaborate with academic, professional, and external support services to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and prepare reports as required.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Cultural competence

Te Tiriti understanding

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work / Occupational Therapy / Nursing

HPCA registration (e.g., SWRB/OTBNZ/NCNZ)

Job description

Clinical Case Manager (fixed term 18 months)

• The University of Auckland

Education

About The University of Auckland

The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand's pre-eminent research-led University. Established in 1883, it is an international centre of learning and academic excellence. With just over 5,200 staff and more than...

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Case Manager, to join Te Papa Manaaki | Campus Care, part of the Student and Scholarly Services division.

As a Clinical Case Manager within the Te Papa Manaaki - Campus Care team, you will make a genuine difference for students facing complex personal, wellbeing, or mental health challenges. The role involves assessing needs, developing support plans, providing advocacy, and facilitating transfers to internal and external services. You will be part of a small, high-performing team committed to supporting students to overcome barriers to success. The Clinical Case Manager removes confusion for students and staff trying to navigate University processes and gets them the right support, sooner. Students are supported to overcome barriers to success and health impacts are minimised.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage referrals, assess risk and provide professional, timely responses to urgent or complex situations.
• Develop and manage support plans for students with wellbeing concerns or complex needs.
• Collaborate with academic, professional, and external support services to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and prepare reports as required.

We have a full-time (37.5 hours per week) role on a fixed term contract until May 2028. The salary range for this role is$87,000 - $107,500, depending on experience and qualifications.

Te Papa Manaaki | Campus Care is part of Student and Scholarly Services, which brings together student-facing services that support wellbeing, academic success, and student experience. Campus Care provides a safe and skilled point of contact for the University community to raise concerns about students, including wellbeing, safety, bullying, harassment, and discrimination.

The team works closely with other student support and wellbeing services, including University Health and Counselling, Student Hubs, Accommodation Solutions, and Student Disability Services, to ensure that every student is supported to succeed and thrive.

Our ideal candidate will bring empathy, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to student wellbeing. You will be confident managing sensitive and complex situations, with a calm and professional approach.

Please state any languages you speak on your CV/Cover Letter.

You will also have:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Nursing.
• Registration under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (e.g., SWRB, OTBNZ, NCNZ or equivalent).
• At least five years’ experience providing case management or mental health support to young people or students.
• Strong understanding of wellbeing and support services in tertiary or community settings.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Cultural competence and an understanding of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• A current right to work in NZ.

Preferred:

• Experience working within the tertiary education sector.
• Knowledge of University and community-based support systems.
• Fluency in Mandarin will be advantageous.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Sam Mclellan - [e-mail]. Please note that while we are happy to answer questions, applications will not be accepted via email.