Team Leader - Occupational Therapist

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

We're looking for an inspirational and motivated leader to take on the exciting opportunity as a full-time Team Coach in Wellington. This role involves overseeing a six-bed Residential Recovery Service for older adults 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 older adults and their whānau.

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

Te āhuatunga a te tūrunga (About the role)

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 older adults living with mental health challenges & their whānau
• Report to the Service and Relationship Manager, receiving coaching and support to achieve great outcomes

Ko wai koe (About you)

You are an Occupational Therapist with proven leadership experience, who balances clinical expertise with genuine connection and enjoys supporting their team to grow and deliver high-quality care.

Skills and Experience | Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako

• Current registration and APC as a Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board New Zealand.
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary clinical teams, ideally within an NGO or community-based setting.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, supervise, and mentor clinicians and 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

OFFER

Pathways | Mō mātou

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.

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

• 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
• Earn $83,846 to $105,812 per year, based on your skills and experience. 

Te Tono (How to apply)

To apply, please click the 'Apply' button below and follow the process to submit your application.

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More information)

Position Description | Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Team-Coach.pdf

Whakapā | Contact: Kristen Clarke, Service and Relationship Manager on 0273 358 624 if you have any further questions.

For further information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz

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.