Principal Adviser Mental Health Quality & Practice - National Office

Department of Corrections NZ · wellington, wellington, New-Zealand

Location
wellington
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 19, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Shape our mahi & the future of Mental Health services across Ara Poutama Aotearoa. Fixed-term, full-time role for 12 months based at the National Office, Wellington. Remuneration from $124,578 to $175,875 based on relevant skills and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert advice, guidance, and leadership in mental health, driving impactful strategies and solutions that improve lives.
  • Lead scoping exercises to identify and understand the mental health needs of individuals, ensuring support services are both effective and responsive.
  • Bring knowledge of equity and treaty principles to ensure culturally competent and inclusive mental health services that respect all individuals’ rights and needs.

Qualifications

  • Registered mental health professional with a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
  • At least seven years of clinical experience, including work with risk management systems, serv...

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