Clinician, Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover Location – New PlymouthThe position is - 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE), - days Monday to Friday.Full Time equivalent: Full Time - parental leave cover until December 2025A pre-employment police vetting and safety check are conditions of employment for this position.WELLSTOPCollaborative and supportive environmentFantastic wellness policies offeredOpportunities for learning and developmentAspiring towards working from a Maori world view.The AgencyThe harakeke in the Whiria Te Tangata logo speaks to the strength of many intertwined together, similarly with people – when you are on your own you are not as strong as when you have many around you providing you with tautoko. Weave the harakeke together it is stronger, weave the people together they are stronger.Whiria Te Tangata WellStop is an innovative and well-established agency. Our aim is to eliminate harmful sexual behaviour in our communities by providing assessment and treatment services to children, young people and adults who present with harmful sexual behaviour. Our Clinicians make a significant difference in the lives of people, whanau, and communities by working with our clients to address and prevent the effects of sexual harm/violence.Whiria Te Tangata WellStop is committed to upholding and protecting the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our work. We believe in enhancing the mana of whanau through understanding tikanga and building relationships with mana whenua. Together with our network, we commit to whakapapa, rangatiratanga, kaitiakitanga, whanaungatanga and manaakitanga.The roleWe are looking for a Clinician to bring their experience to our team. The purpose of the role will be to assess the treatment and support needs of child, youth and adult clients who have engaged in harmful sexual behaviour, and work alongside whanau, and other supports who have been impacted by this behaviour.The ideal candidate will have:A recognised qualification in psychology, social work, counselling, or similar.Be registered with a professional body and have a current Practicing Certificate (or be in the process of obtaining).Training and experience in delivering clinical and evidence-based treatment.Experience in the use of psychometrics, assessment, and formulation of client issues.Experience creating safety plans.Report writing experience.Experience in working with issues of sexual abuse, trauma, mental health and/or intellectual disability would be advantageous.The ability to work in a culturally responsive manner that demonstrates a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi including experience with Kaupapa Maori models of practice.Connections with the local community and an ability to work effectively and collaboratively with whanau, hapu and Iwi.You will be required to drive so a FULL NZ driver's licence is required.To be considered for this position you must already be located and resident in NZ have either NZ citizenship/residency or a valid NZ work visa.What we will provide to you:A satisfying role where you can use your skills to really make a difference in the lives of families who are striving to move beyond harmful sexual behaviour.A great work environment with dedicated colleagues.Five weeks annual leave per year.Generous wellbeing allowance.The opportunity to work creatively and flexibly and learn new models of practice.Regular supervision.Ongoing professional development opportunities.Support to learn Te Reo Maori.Professional body membership fees paid.Opportunity to expand your skills to work with a variety of clients.To applyTo view the position description, visit our website – www.wellstop.org.nzTo apply for this position please email your CV and cover letter – to ****** by 5pm Monday 27 September 2024.For any questions you might have, please contact Sandi Langford, Western Team Leader on mobile 021 349 973.Employer questionsYour application will include the following questions:How many years' experience do you have as a Clinician?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?What's your expected annual base salary?How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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