MST Therapist

About the role

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa, a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing and housing services, is hiring a Multisystemic Therapy (MST) therapist for a permanent full-time position (40 hours per week) based in Christchurch. MST is an evidence-based, intensive, short-term treatment model that helps whānau reduce youth offending, improve school attendance and support at-risk young people stay with their families.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify ecological strengths and challenges.
• Develop treatment plans and interventions grounded in MST principles.
• Partner with whānau and key stakeholders to address barriers and ensure safety plans are in place.
• Provide on-call support to MST clients as part of a collaborative team approach.
• Take part in regular supervision and professional development to maintain high-quality service delivery.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or a related field, with relevant clinical training.
• Current full registration with a professional body such as SWRB, NZPB, Occupational Therapy NZ, NZ Medical Council, NZAC or DAPAANZ.
• Full New Zealand driver's licence and eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Required skills

• Proficiency in family systems theory, CBT and other behaviourally based approaches.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse groups.

What we offer

• Salary of $87,926.40 - $102,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Leave entitlements including wellbeing, cultural and study leave (where applicable).
• Company pool vehicles, phone and laptop.
• Ongoing professional development, including paid APC maintenance.
• Discounted health insurance through Southern Cross Health and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Store discounts, gym membership and car rental discounts.

To apply, submit a CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant skills and experience.