Whānau-Centred Immunisation Case Navigator

Marketplace; Waikato; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in New Zealand's Te Manawa Taki region invites applications for Immunisation Case Navigator. This fixed-term, full-time role supports whānau with tamariki overdue for immunisation and coordinates with health providers across Waikato and other regions to improve uptake.

You will work in a culturally safe, whānau-centred way, managing caseloads, following up, documenting records, and contributing to equity and quality improvement in NPHS.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in health, social services, community development, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting whānau and coordinating services across multiple organisations.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills.
• Experience working with Māori communities and applying culturally safe, whānau-centred practice.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity in the NZ health system.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information.
• Ability to manage caseloads, prioritise, and work independently or collaboratively.
• Full New Zealand driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Support whānau with tamariki overdue for immunisation and connect them with appropriate services.
• Coordinate with health providers and community partners to remove barriers to care.
• Ensure timely follow-up and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Support equitable health outcomes for tamariki and whānau across Te Manawa Taki.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Digital literacy

Driver licence

Education

Relevant qualification in health, social services, or community development

Tools

Documentation tools

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in New Zealand's Te Manawa Taki region invites applications for Immunisation Case Navigator. This fixed-term, full-time role supports whānau with tamariki overdue for immunisation and coordinates with health providers across Waikato and other regions to improve uptake.

You will work in a culturally safe, whānau-centred way, managing caseloads, following up, documenting records, and contributing to equity and quality improvement in NPHS.