Needs Assessor and Service Coordinator

Needs Assessment and Service Coordination (NASC) Team

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Waitemata District

Permanent Full time FTE

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the NASC team Waitemata. We have a permanent full-time opportunity in the community.

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 and a New Zealand annual practicing certificate, along with a valid full driver's license. Demonstrated expertise in assessment and service coordination is essential.

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 Waitemata is dedicated to addressing health inequities within our community, particularly for Maori, and aims to prioritize equity. As a Needs Assessor, you will actively seek ways to collaborate with Maori and their whanau 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.

If this sounds like you and you are keen and enthusiastic to join our diverse and developing team, please apply online today!

Benefits of working with Te Whatu Ora Waitemata District include;

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

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 23 June 2026.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact:

Josephine Cullen, NASC Manager jospehine.cullen@waitematadhb.govt.nz

For assistance with your application, please contact Lissa Crook, Recruitment Consultant, on lissa.crook@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Job Number: WDHB 21150 We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.