He karanga mōu kia mauri ora ai te ao o ā tātou tamariki me ō rātou whānau.

A call to you to help create a world where children and families are valued and flourish.

Stand Tū Māia is seeking an exceptional practitioner to join our Family Therapy Service. We provide a bi‑cultural, trauma‑capable, holistic alternative to state care—supporting tamariki and whānau on the edge of care. Our specialist service is tailored to children (mainly 0-17 years) and families at high risk of poor life outcomes, many with previous system involvement. At the heart of our mahi are healing relationships, cultural humility and a commitment to Te Tiriti‑led whānau restoration.

Responsibilities will include working with a variety of cultures including Māori and Pacifica, and all staff are expected to demonstrate cultural humility and a commitment to restoration of whānau as a form of Te Tiriti redress.

Stand Tū Māia are calling for applications from people committed to restoring and preserving tamariki and whānau safety and wellness who can bring:

Role Requirements / Person Specification

We welcome applicatnts from any relevant professional with the following attributes

• Openness to Te Ao Māori and commitment to bicultural practice
• Ability to engage deeply, motivate, and offer consistent kindness
• Experience with complex family dynamics
• Understanding of trauma and its impact on child development and attachment
• Strong partnership, collaboration and professional supervision practice
• Ability to work independently with diverse populations
• High‑quality recording, assessment and child/family planning skills
• Professional registration/membership with a current practising certificate
• Full driver's licence

As an employee of Stand Tū Māia you will be a Pou Māia nō Tū Māia. This means we will stand together side by side, shoulder to shoulder in achieving our vision. Together we are resilient, strong and confident pillars of the house of Stand Tū Māia.

What we offer

A connected, supportive team, good working conditions, strong wellbeing focus and significant training and professional development. You will also enjoy employee benefits of 5 weeks leave a year, 10 days sick leave, and free life insurance.

This is a full‑time role (but part-time may be considered for the right applicant) and can be based in Tauranga or Rotorua, with some travel required. Please include a cover letter, CV and responses to key competencies in your application.

How to apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://standforchildrenjobs.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6861776.

Applications close 28 February 2026

For an informal chat or visit, contact Ann Collins, Family Therapy Service Leader on 022 077 5475 or ann.collins@standtumaia.nz