Disability Outcomes Coach

lifewise· Health & Disability
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📍 Mount Eden, Auckland, New ZealandFull Time

About this role

Disability Outcomes Coach

Full-time Opportunities

Empower people. Champion independence. Create real outcomes.

Currently based in Mt Eden, moving to Auckland CBD around July 2026


About Lifewise | Mō mātou

At Lifewise Health and Disability, our purpose is simple we help people live confidently and independently in their own homes. Guided by our values of Respect, Integrity, Courage and Compassion, we work alongside older people and people with disabilities to recognise their strengths, set meaningful goals and create practical pathways toward independence. We don’t just provide services, we build capability.


About the Role | Mō te tūranga

This is more than a case management role. As a Disability Outcomes Coach, you’ll walk alongside people who self-manage their disability funding and employ their own staff. You’ll simplify complex systems, build confidence, and empower individuals and whānau to take control of their support journey.

You’ll embed the
Enabling Good Lives principles into everyday practice and help turn goals into achievable, measurable outcomes.


If you bring lived experience of disability (personally or within your whānau), or strong advocacy experience within the sector , we would genuinely value your perspective.


What You’ll Do

You will:

  • Manage a caseload of Individualised Funding (IF) and Younger Persons with Disabilities (YPD) clients and families
  • Coach individuals to confidently self-manage their funding
  • Support the development and review of personal outcome plans
  • Provide clear guidance on purchasing rules and eligible claims under Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People
  • Celebrate progress and milestones with the people you support
  • Maintain accurate records that reflect the journey and outcomes achieved


What You’ll Bring | Ō Pūkenga

  • Experience in disability, health, or client-focused support services
  • A strong belief in self-determination and empowerment
  • Excellent communication and active listening skills
  • Confidence navigating systems and explaining complex information clearly
  • Solid computer skills and database experience
  • A collaborative mindset with the ability to work autonomously
  • A full NZ driver’s licence and legal right to work in New Zealand


Every day, your work will help someone move closer to living the life they choose.


Closing Date | Rā katinga: 6 June 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Disability Outcomes Coach position at lifewise?
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Where is the Disability Outcomes Coach position at lifewise located?
This Disability Outcomes Coach role at lifewise is based in Mount Eden, Auckland, New Zealand. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Disability Outcomes Coach role at lifewise full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Disability Outcomes Coach role in the Health & Disability department at lifewise.
Which team or department does the Disability Outcomes Coach at lifewise belong to?
This Disability Outcomes Coach position is part of the Health & Disability department at lifewise. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Disability Outcomes Coach position at lifewise?
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When was the Disability Outcomes Coach job at lifewise posted?
This Disability Outcomes Coach position at lifewise was posted on May 1, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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