Mental Health Clinician

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Pact Group – Wellington Central, North Island At Pact, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, connected life. We are a leading provider of community, vocational, and residential support across New Zealand. We support people with intellectual disabilities, mental health & addiction challenges and, young people, to reach their goals and build independence. Our passionate team walks alongside individuals, empowering them to thrive in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment. The Role Pact is seeking a skilled and passionate Mental Health Clinician to join our Youth Community Team, working alongside rangatahi experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. This role focuses on providing therapeutic support in community settings, walking alongside young people and their whānau to strengthen wellbeing, reduce harm, and support sustainable change. You will work within a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and kaupapa Māori framework (Te Whare Tapa Wha), supporting rangatahi to build identity, resilience, and connection. This is an opportunity to be part of a relational, strengths-based service that prioritises early intervention, engagement, and long-term outcomes. In this role, you will: Provide individual and group counselling to rangatahi experiencing mental health and AOD challenges Complete comprehensive assessments, formulation, and treatment planning Deliver evidence-informed interventions (e.g. CBT, motivational interviewing, brief interventions) Work collaboratively with whānau and support networks to strengthen outcomes Support rangatahi to access education, employment, and community opportunities Maintain strong relationships with schools, youth services, health providers, and community partners Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive service environment What you'll bring Our Wellington team is looking for someone with: A qualified Counsellor, Social Worker, or relevant health professional Registration with a professional body Experience working with youth / rangatahi, particularly in mental health and/or AOD Minimum 2-3 years experience Strong understanding of: Adolescent development Trauma-informed care Substance use and co-existing mental health challenges Commitment to te ao Māori and whānau-centred practice Ability to engage and build trust with rangatahi in community settings Strong communication, boundary-setting, and reflective practice skills Full New Zealand driver licence What will Pact offer you? Be part of a kaupapa-driven organisation making a real difference for rangatahi Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment Ongoing professional development and supervision Opportunity to shape positive outcomes for young people and their whānau Access to a nationwide network of services and expertise Please note: You must already have the right to work in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship. If you have any further questions about the role, please reach out to us at: **********@pactgroup.co.nz #J-18808-Ljbffr