Supporting Independence Recovery Coordinator

New Zealand Government Joba; Hastings; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% employer superannuation

Job summary

ACC Hawke’s Bay invites applications for a permanent, full-time Supporting Independence Recovery Coordinator. You will coordinate recovery plans for clients not in paid work, helping them regain independence and participate in their communities.

The role focuses on empathy, collaboration with whānau, healthcare providers and community services, across Levels 1 and 2 with competitive salary bands. You’ll work with diverse clients, including children, students and older adults, across a digital

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals and whānau through complex circumstances and helping them achieve positive outcomes.
• Clear ability to explain complex information in a simple, supportive way.
• Strong planning and organisational skills to coordinate multiple supports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate personalised recovery plans to improve independence and wellbeing.
• Build trust with clients, whānau, providers and communities to access services.
• Support clients to stay connected to their communities and daily living activities.

Skills

Rehabilitation coordination

Client relationship building

Stakeholder engagement

Recovery planning

Complex needs support

Empathy and judgment

Cultural awareness

Digital systems proficiency

Tools

Case management software

Job description

# Supporting Independence Recovery Coordinator at Accident Compensation Corporation, Hawkes Bay## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Supporting Independence Recovery Coordinator - Partnered Recovery*** **Support recovery journeys that improve independence, wellbeing and participation.*** **Build meaningful relationships with clients, whānau, providers and communities.*** **Permanent Hastings opportunity making a genuine difference every day.****About us | Mō mātou** ACC is a trusted and high'performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future. You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz **About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi** As a Supporting Independence Recovery Coordinator (Levels 1 and 2), you'll play a pivotal role in helping people rebuild their lives after injury. Acting as the primary point of contact for clients with complex or sensitive needs, you'll support individuals and whānau to overcome barriers, access the right services, and achieve greater independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. Your caseload focuses on clients who are not participating in paid employment and whose recovery goals are centred on living independently, staying connected to their communities, and improving their quality of life rather than returning to work. This includes supporting children, students, superannuants, beneficiaries, and others whose rehabilitation needs are focused on everyday living. No two days are the same. One conversation may involve helping a young person access supports that enable them to fully participate at school, while another may focus on assisting an older client to remain independent at home following a significant injury. Working alongside clients, family/whānau, healthcare providers, community organisations, schools, support services, and aged-care providers, you'll coordinate personalised recovery plans that create meaningful and lasting outcomes. This is a role where your empathy, judgement, and relationship-building skills can have a genuine impact. You'll help people regain confidence, maintain independence, and participate more fully in the things that matter most to them, all while contributing to keeping Kiwis safe at work, at home, and everywhere in between. **The appointing salary** for this role is based on skills and experience* **Level 1** $70,000 - $82,423 or **Level 2**, $77502 - $86,113**Level1 / Level 2 Appointment Assessment** Appointment level will be determined through the recruitment process based on demonstrated capability and Injury Rehabilitation Case Management experience. Candidates may be appointed at **Band 14 (L1)** or **Band 15 (L2)** **Click here to determine how we assess** **Level 1 and Level 2** Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from ACC's generous benefits package, which at present includes **a 9% employer** **superannuation contribution** with no mandatory employee contribution, plus optional life and income protection insurance. **About you | Mōu** You will bring:* Experience supporting individuals and whānau through complex circumstances and helping them achieve positive and meaningful outcomes.* The ability to build trust quickly and develop strong relationships with clients, whānau, providers, community organisations, and other stakeholders.* Strong communication skills and the confidence to explain complex information in a clear, simple, and supportive way.* Sound judgement and decision-making skills, balancing client needs with effective recovery planning and entitlement decisions.* Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple supports and manage competing priorities.* Demonstrated cultural awareness, empathy, and a commitment to equity, accessibility, inclusion, and client-centred practice.* Confidence working across multiple systems and technologies in a fast-paced digital environment.* Personal resilience and the ability to support people experiencing injury, uncertainty, vulnerability, or significant life challenges.* For Level 2 opportunities, experience supporting clients with complex rehabilitation, disability, health, or social service needs, along with the ability to coach and support colleagues.* You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.**Working at ACC | Mō ACC** At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:* Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.* The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.**How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono** Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. **Applications will run through to Sunday 11 October 2026 11.55pm**, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner. Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email [e-mail] quoting the Job Identification number next to the role title.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Accident Compensation Corporation || Location: | Hawkes Bay || Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time || Category: | Administration || Date listed: | 02-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 11-Oct-2026 || Reference: | 1007386\\_1790899854 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | www.acc.co.nz |