Brief Intervention Talking Therapy

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Pegasus Health Full time

**Ko wai mātou | About Us**

Pegasus Health supports many aspects of health and wellbeing in Canterbury. We provide services and support to general practices and community-based health providers to deliver quality health care to patients.

We work in partnership with our communities, general practices and other health providers to improve the health and wellbeing of peoplein our communities, all while aiming to make Canterbury the best place to receive and provide care.

Collaborating with our communities, means being committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and working in a bicultural manner to improve equitable access and outcomes for Māori. We’re committed to improving equitable access and outcomes for Pacific Peoples, CALD, LGBTQI+ and other priority populations.

**Mō te tūnga| Role Overview**

Pegasus Health is seeking a passionate and experienced **Clinical Team Leader** to join our **Primary Mental Health** team. This pivotal leadership role offers the opportunity to drive service excellence and continuous improvement across our Brief Intervention Service and Mental Health Triage Team.

As Clinical Team Leader, you will provide clinical leadership and oversight to a dedicated team of mental health clinicians, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, accessible services aligned with Pegasus Health’s strategic vision and purpose.

Working in partnership with the Service Manager and Operations Team Lead, you will:

- Lead and support a team of 12-15 clinicians.
- Oversee clinical functions of the Mental Health Triage Team.
- Drive continuous improvement and service innovation.
- Foster a positive, inclusive team culture.
- Collaborate across Pegasus Health divisions and with external partners.

**Mōu| About you**

What you’ll bring:

- A recognised mental health qualification and registration (e.g., nurse, clinical psychologist, social worker, occupational therapist, registered counsellor).
- Refined leadership skills and experience in mental health services.
- Experience delivering talking therapy and behavioural change support.
- Strong knowledge of local mental health services, general practice capabilities, and community support networks.
- Ideally but not essential you will have experience in primary care settings.

**Your Attributes**
- ** Strategic Leadership** - Clear, transparent communicator with a strong understanding of service objectives.
- ** Team Collaboration** - Builds cohesive, high-performing teams and partnerships.
- ** Client-Centred** - Keeps client outcomes at the heart of decision-making.
- ** Innovative** - Brings creative thinking to complex challenges.
- ** Digitally Proficient** - Confident with Microsoft Office and electronic patient management systems.
- ** Inclusive** - Engages staff in collaborative decision-making and fosters a supportive environment.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**
- Work with purpose
- Supportive, people focused culture
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Flexible-working opportunities allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance

**Ready to lead with impact?

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