Needs Assessor / Service Coordinator

Taranaki District Health Board; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Career development

Employee assistance programme

Professional development

Flu vaccinations

Free gym access

Job summary

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Waitematā invites applications for a permanent, full-time Needs Assessor in the NASC team. The role focuses on assessment and coordination of support services for older adults and younger individuals with chronic conditions to promote independent living at home or smooth transitions to residential care.

The successful candidate will have NZ registration, APC, and a valid driver’s licence, with a demonstrated track record in collaborative care planning and service

Qualifications

• Current professional registration with a NZ Allied Health or Nursing scope.
• New Zealand annual Practising Certificate (APC) is required.
• Valid full driver’s licence is essential.
• Proven expertise in assessment and service coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments and coordinate support services for clients.
• Collaborate with clients and whānau to tailor care packages.
• Liaise with providers to facilitate timely access to services.
• Contribute to service improvements and equitable care.

Skills

Assessment

Service coordination

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Registered Allied Health Professional

Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

Job description

Needs Assessment and Service Coordination (NASC) Team

Permanent Full time FTE

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the NASC team Waitematā. We have a permanent full-time opportunity in our service.

Join NASC in our mission to provide assessment and coordination of support services for older adults with health and disability-related needs, as well as for younger individuals managing chronic long-term health conditions. Our goal is to facilitate independent living at home or assist with a smooth transition to Residential Care when necessary.

We are actively seeking an experienced needs assessor whose professional background is in Allied Health or Nursing to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess current professional registration, a New Zealand annual practicing certificate, and a valid full driver's license which are all essential. In addition, demonstrated expertise in assessment and service coordination is required.

Successful applicants will have a track record of working collaboratively with clients and their whanau to tailor care packages that align with their support requirements. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, coupled with a history of positive relationship building, are essential.

Te Whatu Ora Waitematā is dedicated to addressing health inequities within our community, particularly for Māori, and aims to prioritize equity. As a Needs Assessor, you will actively seek ways to collaborate with Māori and their whānau to ensure access to services that meet their unique needs.

Your personal strengths, include resilience, compassion, and commitment, will contribute to achieving positive outcomes for all individuals under our care. Embrace the excitement of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment as we navigate through service improvements and developments. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team during a period of positive change, offering a supportive team environment responsive to clients' needs, along with professional opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

Benefits of working with Te Whatu Ora Waitematā District

• Superannuation - pension fund contributions


• In-house Career Development Service to support you in developing your career


• Free Employment Assistance Programme


• On-going professional development - certification & workplace training


• Free Flu Vaccinations


• Free 24/7 Gym situated opposite North Shore Hospital and free exercise room at Waitakere Hospital

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Working at Health New Zealand

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Job Number: WDHB 21544 We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: WDHB21554

Location:

North Island - Auckland - North Shore/West Auckland

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Clinical - Community / Public Health - Needs Assessor