Job Vacancies


If you would like to list a vacancy, please contact Jo at info@nzac.org.nz

Latest Listings by Branch

North Island


Auckland - No vacancies



Hawkes Bay- No vacancies



Manawatu - No vacancies



Taranaki - No vacancies



Te Tai Tokerau

Trauma Informed Therapists 

Ta Moko Services Te Tai Tokerau

Ta Moko Services is a Northland based mental health service providing ACC Sensitive Claims and Psychological Services counselling. We are looking for therapists to join us across Te Tai Tokerau working with a broad range of clients to offer face to face counselling. As a contractor, your ability to work flexible hours allows you to create your own work/life balance and enjoy what our rohe has to offer. 

If you are a qualified / registered health professional, e.g. counsellor, psychologist, psychotherapist, with experience in trauma and are interested in joining our dynamic, vibrant team in beautiful Northland, please call or email Megan Clark in confidence - 0274 639 862  office@tamokoservices.co.nz



Tauranga Moana


Counsellor  

Whitianga Community Services Trust

Are you ready to launch your counselling career in the sunny Coromandel? Whitianga Community Services Trust has a vacancy for a counsellor with /or working towards NZAC registration. We are a small supportive team provide a range of counselling and community services for clients and their whanau in the beautiful Mercury Bay area. You will have demonstrated assessment and counselling skills and be comfortable working with both children and adults, as well as across all cultures. Te Tiriti o Waitangi will underpin your practice.

If this sounds like you, in return we will offer: 

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Professional Supervision 
• A competitive salary 

While this is a full time position, this is negotiable for the right candidate. 

To find out more about this position, please contact: Janette Hunter, Team Leader of the Social Wellbeing Team, Whitianga Social Services Trust Email:  Janette.h@wcst.org.nz



Waikato  - No Vacancies


Wellington/Wairarapa/Kapiti Coast

Health Improvement Practitioner
Tū Ora Compass Health | Wellington

At Tū Ora Compass Health, we're not just about healthcare; we're about creating healthier, happier lives. In 2023, we proudly took home the Team Gold award at the Wellington Gold Awards, which recognised our dedication to employee wellness and exemplary HR practices. We celebrated an achievement that's close to our hearts - zero gender pay gap, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to fairness and inclusivity. We've also joined forces with Diversity Works, earning an integrated or advanced rating across all aspects of the Aotearoa Inclusivity Matrix.

About the role: He kōrero mō te tūranga

As a Health Improvement Practitioner, you'll be at the forefront of changing lives in our Wellington-based GP clinics. Imagine yourself providing mental, physical health, and well-being support, tailored for the New Zealand context using our adaptable Behavioural Health Consultancy (BHC) model. This is your chance to be the link between the GP team, peer health coaches, and community support workers.

Apply Here




ACC contract counsellors 
Hutt Valley Sexual Abuse Support and Help

HV SASH needs to contract additional counsellor/counsellors to be providers of specialist counselling to sexual abuse victims under the ACC ISSC programme, find out more here



Whanganui - No vacancies



South Island - No vacancies 



Aoraki - No Vacancies



Canterbury and West Coast - No vacancies



Marlborough - No Vacancies



Nelson - No vacancies



Otago/Southland -

Family Relationship Counsellor
Clutha Health First - Hauora Tahi Ki Iwikatea | South Otago

1 day per week  (12 months fixed term)

Mō te tūranga | About the role:

We are seeking expressions of interest from a suitably qualified and experienced Counsellor/Clinical Psychologist to provide a whanau/family relationship counselling to the residents of South Otago. 

This is a pilot scheme and is anticipated to equate to approximately 3-4 family’s/couples per week starting 1 July 2024 and completing 30 June 2025.

Although the scope may broaden, initial outcomes of this pilot will be provision of mental and emotional support for developing and strengthening healthy whanau/family relationships including:

- Building stronger, positive relationships.
- Assistance with communication strategies.
- Assistance with conflict management.
- Managing grief and change.

Consultations will be accommodated in the hospitals private and standalone Chapel. 

Mō mātou | About us:

Clutha Health First is an integrated family health centre offering a range of services including primary care birthing and maternity unit, inpatient ward, general practice and a variety of community/allied health services. We have an onsite laboratory and radiology service. Balclutha is within easy commuting distance of Dunedin and Gore. There is free carparking in Balclutha. 

Painga | Benefits:

12 Month Fixed Term as an Independent Contractor 

Remuneration $140/hr plus GST claimable by monthly invoicing.

Day of work negotiable as well as negotiated travel (if any) at prevailing IRD Rate 

For more details and to apply visit: https://cluthahealth.co.nz/about-us/careers/

For further information you are invited to contact Nicky Vaughan, GM Clinical Services nicky.vaughan@chf.co.nz or alternatively 027 365 9330.

Please note you must have completed the Primary Course of COVID vaccinations and provide official proof from NZ Government 'My Covid Record' prior to appointment. 

Closing date: 28th July 2024




Nationwide Vacancies


Calling all counsellors!
Habit Health Group | Nationwide

Habit Health is a nationwide healthcare provider, specialising in the rehabilitation space. We enable people to live their best lives and empower our teams to realise their full potential.

The Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is part of the wider Habit Health Group. Our values are our people, enabling us to provide confidential services to employees across work/life issues. Our sites across Aotearoa are seeking empathetic, experienced Counsellors for a variety of fulfilling opportunities, giving you with the tools you need to support people the way they deserve to be taken care of – the Habit Health way.

Apply Here



Looking for registered counsellors, registered psychotherapists, and a registered psychologist 
Mindful Connections | Online

I am Christa Duffy, founder of Mindful Connections, an online therapy service.

I am looking for registered counsellors, registered psychotherapists, and a registered psychologist. If you know anyone, or are one yourself, I would love to hear from you.

I provide competitive rates. You can choose your own hours. A listening ear when your work is tough, or your private life is heavy. Therapists are entitled to counselling through EAP. Weekly meetings are held for staff as communication is key, so staff are supported for the quality and reputation of Mindful Connections. I find clients for you, so no need to worry about workload or when you'll have your next client.

To learn more about Mindful Connections I invite you to explore the website  www.my-mindful-connection.com.

Please contact me if this sounds like you and would like to onboard with Mindful Connections.

Best regards,
Christa Duffy

Mindful Connections

0273339949



Counsellors for Family Court

Ministry of Justice | Nationwide

The Ministry of Justice is seeking applications from Counsellors nationwide who are interested in providing services for the Family Court. 

Counselling referrals are directed by a Family Court Judge if they believe it is the best means of assisting the parties with their communication or implementing a decision of the Family Court. These referrals can usually be accommodated alongside your current workload.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

A minimum of Level 6 NZQA or equivalent in one of the following fields of study: 

  • Counselling
  • Social Work
  • Psychotherapy
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychiatry

To be appointed as a Family Court Counsellor you must be a current member or affiliated to an approved organisation or professional body and hold an up-to-date practising certificate. 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

  • Experience in family harm including coercive control, child safety, abuse, and neglect. 
  • Cultural awareness and in particular, an understanding of tikanga. 
  • Working with parties experiencing interparental conflict, who may be stuck in negative communication cycles. 
  • Ability to work in a time-limited context in a solution focussed way.
  • Working with at times resistant parties. 
  • Working on conciliation rather than reconciliation. 
  • An understanding of child development stages is essential and maintaining a focus on the needs of the child. 

If this sounds like an opportunity that you would be interested in exploring further, please contact  Jaimi.Newton-Hill@justice.govt.nz for further information or for an application pack.


Staff and Contractor Vacancies
WellStop

At WellStop we take pride in the skills and abilities of our people. If you wish to be considered for future employment opportunities please email your CV and a covering letter detailing why you would like to work with us to  enquiries@wellstop.org.nz or contact the Regional Manager in your  local area

Check out the WellStop Vacancies page


Have you been interested in becoming ACC registered for sensitive claims or looking for a new supplier?

We have a personal relationship with all of our providers, and give unparallelled help and guidance with applications, onboarding, servicing contracts, providing resources and report writing training etc.
Currently we provide you with step by step instructions on how to apply or reapply as a named provider through ACC, and how to access the ACC webinars and information on the new contact that will be in place from December 2024.

We are a therapist led business and we value our providers and understand the complexities, and satisfaction, of working with trauma clients.

If you would like to know more, please Email recruit@yourfocus.co.nz and attach your CV.
or book a chat with the director:  https://calendly.com/yourfocusltd/new- provider-intro-with-sam

Are you already registered with ACC and wish to be under another supplier?

We are always interested in adding new providers.
Email: recruit@yourfocus.co.nz and attach your CV or book a chat https://calendly.com/yourfocusltd/new-provider-intro-with-sam