Impactful Needs Assessor & Care Coordinator

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Career development service

EAP

Professional development

Free Flu Vaccinations

Gym access near hospitals

Job summary

Te Whatu Ora Waitematā invites an experienced Needs Assessor to join the NASC team in Waitematā. This permanent full-time role focuses on assessment and coordination of support services for older adults and younger people with chronic health needs, to enable independent living at home or a smooth transition to Residential Care when required.

The ideal candidate will hold NZ registration (Allied Health or Nursing) with an annual practicing certificate and a valid full driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Current registration as an Allied Health professional or Nurse in New Zealand.
• Full NZ annual practicing certificate.
• Valid full driver’s license.
• Experience in assessment and service coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assess and coordinate services for older adults or younger individuals with chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with clients and whānau to tailor care packages to support independence at home or safe transitions to residential care.
• Utilise strong communication and negotiation skills to build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Needs assessment

Communication

Negotiation

Clinical reasoning

Education

NZ Registered Allied Health/Nursing

Job description

Te Whatu Ora Waitematā invites an experienced Needs Assessor to join the NASC team in Waitematā. This permanent full-time role focuses on assessment and coordination of support services for older adults and younger people with chronic health needs, to enable independent living at home or a smooth transition to Residential Care when required.

The ideal candidate will hold NZ registration (Allied Health or Nursing) with an annual practicing certificate and a valid full driver’s license.