A rare opportunity to take on a clinical leadership role managing a team of clinicians to deliver therapeutic services to young people aged 12-24 and their whanau in the wider Central Lakes Area.
This role is an excellent blend of clinical team leadership, management and development, while still holding a reduced caseload to work directly with the young people we support.
You will oversee the effective service delivery to clients and whanau across all of ADL's clinical services in the Central Lakes area, focusing on service growth and developing relationships with the community and other service providers.
About the role Oversee all ADL services delivered in the Central Lakes region and ensure they are accessible, safe, respectful, and effective.
A pivotal role connecting the local team to the wider organisation.
Manage a dynamic team of passionate clinicians, support their well-being and development, and contribute to a positive team culture.
Provide therapeutic counselling for at-risk young people aged 12 - 24 years and their whanau.
Provide a service that reflects the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
Respect the diverse ethnic and cultural heritage of New Zealand and utilise culturally appropriate counselling practices.
Maintain professional registration.
Permanent full-time role (various hours from 32 to 40 hours per week possible for the right applicant).
Benefits and perks Our team is like a family - for your hard work, we have the following on offer for you!
Relocation allowance available.
5 weeks annual leave.
Cultural support & supervision.
1:1 professional supervision.
Annual PD budget and PD leave.
Role proactively supported by experienced leadership team and support services.
Skills and experience Management or leadership experience, OR a real commitment to develop these skills.
Current full NZ professional registration (i.e.
Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Social Worker, Nurse Therapist, or Counsellor (DAPAANZ or NZAC - must be eligible for TWO Health Registration).
Experience working as a brief & longer-term clinician in the Mental Health and/or Addictions field.
Knowledge of motivational interviewing, ACT/ CBT, solution-focused, whanau & cultural therapies.
Your full driver's license.
The position will require travel across the Central Lakes region to support the team and clients.
About the business We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that provides therapeutic services to young people experiencing mental health and addiction issues.
We aim to support and empower young people and whanau to live meaningful, valued, and enriched lives through innovative and responsive services.
We are committed to Titiri o Waitangi and delivering culturally appropriate services for diverse clients and their whanau.
We have teams based in Central Lakes, South Canterbury, Otago, and Southland with our people at the core of the success of what we do!
How to apply If this sounds like you, then please click on the "Apply" button and follow the prompts.
Our application process also requires you to fill out an application form and email it to ******.
Both this and a detailed job description are available to download at: For more information email ****** or call Scott Blair, our Clinical Leader on 0272549324.
Applications will be processed as they are received; please do not delay in sending in your application.
ADL is an Accredited Employer under Immigration New Zealand.
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