Social Worker
This role will be based in the Allied Health Department Child Development Service, Waikato HospitalIt will be an excellent for someone who has a passion and an understanding of Tamariki with autism or have a developmental disabilityYou will be making a positive impact by working alongside children, young people and their whanauHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Coordinator works collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team at the Child Development Centre, alongside medical, allied health, and Kaitiaki staff. The role also involves liaising with education providers and community disability support services to ensure appropriate supports are available for children and their whānau/families, both before and after diagnosis.This position supports children and young people aged 019 years with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Key responsibilities:Coordinate assessments for children and young people (019) referred to the Child Development Centre with developmental concerns.Manage post-diagnosis support for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ensuring timely access to services.Engage and support whānau, providing clear, culturally responsive information and guidance throughout the process.Facilitate collaboration between health professionals, educators, and community agencies to deliver integrated care.Monitor and report progress, maintaining accurate records and aligning plans with best practice and sector standards.Click here to view the position description.
About the TeamThe role sits within the Allied Health Service in Child Development Service. Child Development Service provides Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Dietetic, Audiology & New Born Hearing screening, Social Work, and Psychology services.Staff within these professions are all involved in direct client care and work in a wide range of situations to improve the health and wellbeing of the people they work with. Allied Health staff work in partnership with individuals and their family/whanau to facilitate relationships and a smooth journey through the healthcare system.A wide range of education, training and learning opportunities are offered to our allied health staff, for more information click here.
About youBelow are the requirements and experience you will need to be considered for this role:A current practising certificate or registration/membership with relevant professional bodyA relevant tertiary or post-graduate qualification in either health, education, welfare or disability professionsExperience administering and or managing projects or quality improvement activitiesAbility to establish and maintain good working relationships with whanauA deep understanding and experience of autism and ASD servicesClear communication skillsThe ability to work autonomouslyProven experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environmentA full New Zealand drivers licence How to ApplyTo apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 26 November 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elisa Travailleur at elisa.travailleur@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.