Specialist Clinician

STOP; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Generous leave

Wellbeing support

Job summary

STOP in Christchurch is seeking skilled therapists, counsellors, or social workers to support tamariki in achieving safe and healthy futures. The role involves child-centred assessments and tailored interventions for those exhibiting harmful behaviours.

Candidates should have a qualification in psychology or social work and a commitment to culturally responsive practices. STOP offers a collaborative team environment and competitive benefits, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in a mental health discipline with professional registration.
• Strong interest or experience in working with tamariki with harmful behaviours.
• Ability to maintain safety while engaging therapeutically.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive child-centred assessments.
• Develop tailored interventions for tamariki.
• Support whānau, caregivers, and professionals.

Skills

Experience with tamariki who display harmful behaviours

Understanding of child protection

Culturally responsive relationship building

Education

Qualification in psychology, counselling, or social work

Job description

Are you a skilled therapist, counsellor, or social worker passionate about supporting tamariki to achieve safe and healthy futures? Join a specialist, values-driven team making a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and whānau across Te Waipounamu.

What you’ll do

• Undertake comprehensive, child-centred assessments that consider safety, wellbeing, and the underlying drivers of behaviour
• Develop and deliver tailored, evidence‑based interventions for tamariki who have engaged in harmful or concerning sexual behaviour
• Work closely with whānau, caregivers, schools, and other professionals to support safe, consistent, and nurturing environments
• Promote accountability, safety, and positive behaviour change while upholding the mana and dignity of each child
• Contribute to safety planning and risk management alongside multidisciplinary partners
• Maintain accurate client records and actively participate in reflective clinical review processes

What we’re about

We’re a leading provider of therapeutic services in Te Waipounamu, grounded in the Te Ao Māori values of manaakitanga, rangatiratanga, kotahitanga and whanaungatanga. We are committed to innovation, collaboration and community wellbeing.

What you bring

• A recognised qualification in psychology, counselling, social work, or a related mental health discipline, with current professional registration (e.g. NZ Psychologists Board, NZAC, SWRB)
• Experience (or a strong interest) in working with tamariki who display harmful or concerning sexual behaviours, ideally within a trauma‑informed framework
• Sound understanding of child protection, safeguarding, and risk assessment
• Ability to balance therapeutic engagement with accountability and safety
• Strong skills in working with whānau and building collaborative, culturally responsive relationships

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
• A competitive salary and benefits package, including healthcare, generous leave and wellbeing support
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.

Stop is an equal opportunity employer. As a proud Pride Pledge organisation, Stop is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming workplace where rainbow communities are celebrated, supported, and empowered to thrive.