Counsellor - Adult Service

About Us

Safe Network is the leading provider of community-based therapeutic services across the upper North Island, dedicated to reducing the incidence and effects of concerning, problematic, and harmful sexual behaviour. We provide a safe, people-centered environment where real, sustainable change is possible. Our work focuses firmly on the prevention of further sexual harm and the holistic healing of individuals, their whānau, and their communities.

About the Role

As a Clinician within our Adult Services, you will deliver effective, trauma-informed assessment, intervention, and case management services. You will use your clinical expertise to provide high-quality individual and group therapeutic interventions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Clinical Delivery: Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and formulating tailored case intervention plans.

• Therapeutic Support: Delivering high-quality individual and group therapeutic interventions.

• Caseload Management: Effectively managing your own caseload, administrative requirements, and clinical report writing.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Initiating and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to wrap the best support around your clients.

About You

We are seeking a resilient, deeply compassionate professional who brings a non-judgmental approach to complex clinical issues. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Professional Registration: A tertiary-level therapeutic qualification with NZ professional registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate (e.g., NZAC, NZCCA, Psychologists Board, Psychotherapists Board).

• Specialised Clinical Experience: A robust understanding of clinical practices in adult sexual harm, family violence, or concerning/harmful sexual behaviours.

• Diverse Client Capabilities: A proven track record of delivering empowering, respectful, and neuro-inclusive support to adults navigating intellectual disabilities, neurodivergence, and complex mental health journeys.

• Cultural Competence: Experience working alongside Māori and/or Pasifika clients within established clinical and cultural frameworks.

• Communication Skills: Strong clinical report writing skills with the ability to conceptualise complex cases.

What We Offer

Safe Network offers a unique and rewarding career opportunity in a highly specialised field of growing demand. We look after our people so they can look after our communities.

• Professional Growth: Generous professional development opportunities and dedicated clinical supervision to expand your specialised knowledge.

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive, employer-funded insurance package covering health, critical illness, and income protection, alongside access to EAP.

• Compensation: A competitive remuneration package reflecting your skills and experience

Your Application

Please submit your up-to-date CV and a detailed cover letter. We appreciate candidates may use AI to support their application; however, we prefer to hear from you and your words rather than being 100% AI written.