Administration
About the ServiceDisability Support Link (DSL) is a collection of services, transforming and integrating services in the community.Disability Support Service is one of the teams who complete Needs Assessments and Service Coordinations (NASC) for disabled people living in the community or in residential care.
About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to support the Disability Support Service (DSS) NASC team, as the service goes through a period of change. This change will put additional demands on the team as the new systems and processes are implemented.
Although the positions are primarily administrator roles and office based, there is an opportunity for the right person to assist the NASC team to complete client assessments and reviews, which could be client facing. We therefore require a person who has empathy and understanding of the disabled person and their needs.
Preference will be given to applicants who have experience working within the disability community. About youThe person we are seeking is an experience administrator, who is flexible and keen to learn new skills. You will be well organised and enjoy working in a large team to support others, ideally with some experience working in the disability sector or alongside disabled people.Due to the change that DSS is going through, we would require you to contribute to the continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance how the teams work together.
Required skills and experience: Proven experience in a team administration or similar roleAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office and confidence working across other digital systemsStrong organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiallyExcellent customer service skills including supporting clients and service providersAbility to work within a multi-disciplinary teamFull New Zealand Drivers Licence Click here to view the position description Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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. 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 21 May 2026.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kaitlin Basson at Kaitlin.Basson@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.