Community-Based Needs Assessor & Service Coordinator

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Needs Assessor/Service Coordinator to assess the needs, strengths and goals of people aged 65 years and over living with long term health or disability conditions. You will perform InterRAI Home Care assessments with clients, whānau and carers, coordinate services, and connect people with funded supports in community and hospital settings.

The role covers travel across the Bay of Plenty, training in InterRAI, and a collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• It is essential that you are a Registered Health Professional with a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• A current full NZ driver's licence and willingness to travel for client visits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent computer skills and confidence using clinical information systems.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and use sound judgement.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across the health and disability sector.
• A commitment to professional, ethical and culturally safe practice.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, with a willingness to learn and embrace change.

Responsibilities

• Complete InterRAI Home Care assessments in partnership with clients, their families and whānau.
• Identify the support required to help people remain safe, independent and active in their communities.
• Coordinate appropriate services and connect clients with government and non government funded support.
• Travel throughout the Bay of Plenty as an important part of the role.
• Build relationships with clients, whānau, health professionals and community providers.

Skills

Registered Health Professional

Annual Practising Certificate

Driver's Licence

Communication Skills

Digital Literacy (clinical systems)

Independent Working

Collaboration Across Sector

Cultural Safety & Ethics

Tools

Clinical information systems

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Needs Assessor/Service Coordinator to assess the needs, strengths and goals of people aged 65 years and over living with long term health or disability conditions. You will perform InterRAI Home Care assessments with clients, whānau and carers, coordinate services, and connect people with funded supports in community and hospital settings.

The role covers travel across the Bay of Plenty, training in InterRAI, and a collaborative team environment