About this role
Fulltime
Are you an experienced, skilled therapist, counsellor, or social worker passionate about supporting tamariki (children) 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.
- We know great people grow into great roles - if you're close to what we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.
- Apply now and join us in our mission to create a community free from sexual harm
- He hapori wātea taitōkai
- We are unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship for this role.
- Please apply online by 13th November 2026
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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.