Developmental Coordinator, Module 4 Ambulatory Paediatrics

North Island - Auckland South & East Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Health NZ Counties Manukau seeks a Developmental Coordinator for the Ambulatory Paediatrics team within Kidz First. You will ensure seamless, whānau-centred care from referral to intervention for children with developmental needs.

You'll coordinate assessments, gather information, support families to navigate the system, and help shape developmental plans that reflect each child’s unique needs. NZ Registered Nurse with APC and 5+ years in child development are desirable.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• 5+ years relevant experience in NZ (post registration).
• Recent experience and knowledge relevant to child development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate developmental care by gathering information from multiple agencies and supporting diagnostic and intervention processes.
• Support whānau to understand referral pathways, participate in planning, and maintain their child's developmental plan.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary care, including scheduling assessments, liaising with internal and external providers, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Contribute to service quality through audits, feedback processes, and policy development.
• Build partnerships with community agencies, education providers, NGOs, and disability support organisations.
• Model culturally safe practice and uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Skills

Clinical coordination

Whānau-centred care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Health equity

Education

NZ Registered Nurse (APC)

Job description

Developmental Coordinator, Module 4 Ambulatory Paediatrics

• Enhance nursing practice and support growth
• Monday-Friday

Our Organisation:

Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region.

Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.

We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealands national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

The Role:

Are you passionate about supporting tamariki and whaanau to thrive? Do you bring clinical expertise, strong coordination skills, and a commitment to health equity? Join our Kidz First Ambulatory Team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with developmental needs.

As a Developmental Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless, whaanaucentred care from referral through to intervention. You will coordinate assessments, gather information, support families to navigate the system, and help shape developmental plans that reflect each childs unique needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate developmental care by gathering information from multiple agencies and supporting diagnostic and intervention processes.
• Support whaanau to understand referral pathways, participate in planning, and maintain their childs developmental plan.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary care, including scheduling assessments, liaising with internal and external providers, and ensuring smooth transitions between services.
• Contribute to service quality, including audits, feedback processes, and policy development.
• Build strong partnerships with community agencies, education providers, NGOs, and disability support organisations.
• Model culturally safe practice and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About You:

• NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• 5+ years relevant experience in NZ (post registration)
• Recent experience and knowledge relevant to child development

Join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job Number: MHP202618107

Application Closes: 20 October 2026

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: MHP202618107

Location:

North Island - Auckland - South & East Auckland