Are you passionate about supporting people, building strong relationships, and coordinating services that truly change lives? Peke Waihanga is looking for a dedicated Peer Support Coordinator to join our team and help deliver a high‑quality national Peer Support Service for our patients and their whanau.
About Us
Peke Waihanga provides specialised prosthetic, orthotic, rehabilitation, and peer support services across Aotearoa. Guided by our vision — Independent and productive lives of the people we care for — and our values of Peke, Waihanga, Manaaki, Pūmanawa, and Whiria, we are committed to delivering care that is person‑centred, equitable, and empowering.
About the Role
As our Peer Support Coordinator, you’ll play a central role in connecting parents of people with cerebral palsy and scoliosis with trained Peer Support Volunteers. You will coordinate referrals, support volunteers, maintain systems and processes, and help promote and strengthen our Peer Support Service nationally.
This is a highly rewarding role where you’ll support others, champion equity, and contribute to a service that helps people navigate their rehabilitation journey with confidence and connection.
What You’ll Bring
You will be the kind of person who builds trust quickly, communicates with empathy, and enjoys working with a wide range of people.
Experience
- Experience coordinating or supporting volunteers, including recruitment
- Strong administration experience
- Experience working with volunteer or client information systems
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of peer support principles
- Ability to build effective relationships with patients, volunteers, health providers, and internal teams
- Strong communication, organisation, and conflict resolution skills
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work to timelines
- Problem‑solving ability and a mindset that embraces innovation
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a purpose‑driven organisation making a real difference in people’s lives
- Work within a supportive, values‑based team
- Contribute to a national service that enhances connection, confidence, and wellbeing
Apply
- Please use the ‘Apply’ button.
- For further information/job description email careers@nzals.co.nz
- Applications close Monday 16 February (unless role filled prior).
