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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