• Unlock opportunities for taiohi (young people) and commit to making a change.
• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave + paid wellbeing days + great KiwiSaver perk.
• Improve relationships between taiohi and their whānau (family).

Use your clinical knowledge & skills to assess, plan, implement, monitor, & evaluate taiohi (youth).

Real | Mō mātou
Real believes mental wellness and wellbeing are possible for every young person. We support young people (aged 12-24) to build life skills, resilience and strong connections with their family and whānau, friends and communities.

Our spirit is "loving life", and this is our goal for every young New Zealander.

Whetū Marewa (Rising Star) is a primary mental health youth service in the Tauranga region. The service aims to build the confidence, resilience and wellbeing in taiohi who are living with mild to moderate mental health and addiction related issues and social stressors. 

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months of employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Holiday programme assistance.

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Calling all Registered Nurses and Occupational Therapists who are keen to join us in one of Aotearoa’s leading NGO. We're looking for a Clinician to join our Tauranga Youth service.  You will align with our tikanga (principles) and kawa (practice) and support the clinical components of Whetū Marewa - Primary Mental Health.

In this role, you will have experience in mental health and working alongside taiohi (young people) and their whānau.

We have a permanent opportunity at this service, working Monday- Friday, 8.30am- 5.00pm, in Tauranga.

You | Mōu

We are interested to hear from candidates who have a current health registration (Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse) and proven experience working with young people. 

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• A current New Zealand full driver’s licence.
• A current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• A HPCAA recognised qualification and current practicing certificate.
• An understanding of local community issues and of tikanga Māori.
• Uphold the integrity and mana of both the taiohi and Kaupapa.
• The ability to work independently and innovatively to engage young people/taiohi and whānau.
• Knowledge of and relationships with local NGO and Iwi providers.

Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 24 July 2024. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closing date.

Contact | Korero: Caroline Henry, Team Coach on 027 210 8052 or email: caroline.henry@real.org.nz

For further information, visit our website www.real.org.nz

Real is supported by Pathways Health Limited, part of the Wise Group.

Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment. We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.