Team Leader Clinical Practice

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Rolleston

  • Utilise your leadership skills and lead a team of dedicated Case Leaders
  • We're offering a competitive salary starting from $104,817 to $114,351 depending on experience.


Do you have a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of our young people? We have an exciting Team Leader Clinical Practice opportunity in our Te Puna Wai o Tuhinapo Youth Justice Residence Leadership Team.

Mō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

  • We put Tamariki first
  • We believe Aroha is vital
  • We respect the Mana of people
  • We are Tika and Pono
  • We value Whakapapa
  • We recognise that Oranga is a journey


Our purpose is to ensure that all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities where oranga tamariki can be realised.

We believe that by getting involved early in their lives and showing love and care, we give children the best chance of growing into happy thriving New Zealanders.

Mō te tūnga | About the role
The Team Leader Clinical Practice (TLCP) is an integral part of the Te Puna Wai o Tuhinapo Leadership Team.

This position oversees a service model which seeks to engage therapeutically with the tamariki and rangatahi that come into our care.

The TLCP leads the delivery of quality assessments and the planning and programming of therapeutic services within the residence. Managing the case leader team, the TLCP will provide regular and planned supervision.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

  • Demonstrated evidence of ability to commit to the vision, mission, and goals of Oranga Tamariki
  • A comprehensive understanding of the impact of trauma across the lifespan
  • Supporting staff to ensure they have a better understanding of tamariki and rangatahi's needs and are aware of the support services and resources that are available to address these.
  • A Masters level qualification in psychology, education, nursing (mental health) or social work
  • Proven experience in working with allied health practitioners and education providers to ensure high quality therapeutic services
  • Experience in leading a team in a clinical or therapeutic setting (multidisciplinary setting)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills
  • A practical background in process planning for efficient service delivery
  • Contributing and supporting national and regional service delivery performance and practice improvement initiatives
  • An ability to anticipate and resolve problems and make decisions based on risks
  • Understanding and appreciation of crosscultural practices, knowledge of tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi / The Treaty of Waitangi, and how these help us be more responsive to support tamariki, whānau and families
  • A current, clean driver licence
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure.

Annual remuneration for this position starts between $104,817 to $114,351 depending on experience, with tenure-based progression steps available above this range.

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Application close date:
Monday 28th August 2023

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