Lead and develop the clinical team to deliver integrated care for six adults 55+

Clinical Team Coach

Inspire and lead a skilled team supporting six adults aged 55+ living with existing mental health challenges on their wellbeing journey.

As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits

  • Increased Employer KiwiSaver contributions
  • Fifth week of Annual Leave after 12 months of employment
  • 2 Paid Wellbeing Days per year + 2 Paid On-Call Wellbeing Days per year
  • HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health & Wellbeing for you and your whanau
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
  • School holiday programme assistance
  • Support and funding for your professional registration and meeting competency requirements

The Role

We're looking for an inspirational and motivated leader to take on the exciting opportunity as a full-time Clinical Team Coach in Wellington. This role involves overseeing a six-bed Residential Recovery Service for adults aged 55+ with existing mental health challenges.

You'll lead a capable team of Support Workers, while collaborating with health and community providers to ensure seamless, connected support for six adults aged 55+ and their whānau.

As the Team Coach, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of our service. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead staff through regular individual coaching, recruitment, professional development, and performance management.
  • Build meaningful partnerships within the service and across primary, secondary, and community care
  • Act as an exemplary Tangata Tiriti partner, promoting equity and cultural responsiveness
  • Foster a positive team culture where people feel valued, supported, and engaged
  • Promote connection, inclusion, and independence for six adults aged 55+ living with mental health challenges and their whānau
  • Report to the Service and Relationship Manager, receiving coaching and support to achieve great outcomes

This is a permanent, full-time position. You will be working Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5pm. Based in Wellington. You will also contribute to an on-call roster.

About You

We're seeking a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with proven leadership and mental health experience, who balances clinical expertise with genuine connection and enjoys supporting their team to grow and deliver high-quality care.

Skills and Experience

  • Current registration as a Registered Health Professional (preferably Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker) with current APC
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams, ideally within an NGO or community-based setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, supervise, and mentor support staff
  • Clinical experience working in mental health and addiction
  • A current full New Zealand driver's license
  • A current New Zealand first aid certificate, or be prepared to obtain one
  • A demonstrated ability and cultural competence in working with Māori, and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

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.

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