Job Vacancy - Counselor

September 2, 2026

Counselor - permanent part time - 15 hours per week If you are passionate about supporting people and making a lasting difference in our community, we would love to hear from you.

We are lookingfor a qualified Counsellor to join our dedicated team.

Key responsibilities

·        Work alongside clients to understand theirneeds using a strengths-based, outcome-focused approach.

·        Support individuals, youth, and family/whānau who present with arange of issues, working holistically to build on strengths and promote whānauwellbeing.

·        Work in a culturally inclusive way, withknowledge of tikanga Māori and a demonstrated commitment to Te Tiriti oWaitangi.

·        Provide counselling support services in line with professionalstandards and the ethics required by relevant professional associations.

What you’ll bring

·        A tertiaryqualification in counselling, ideally with at least two years’ work experience.

·        Registration ormembership with the relevant professional body, or willingness to work towardsthis.

·        Warmcommunication skills and an understanding of teamwork and team dynamics.

·        The ability to keep appropriate clientrecords and provide written reports or materials in a professional and timelymanner.

·        Confidentcomputer skills, including the use of client management systems and accuratedata entry.

·        Good knowledgeand understanding of the complexities of family violence and its impact onfamily/whānau.

About Central Connect Whare Manaaki

CentralConnect Whare Manaaki Social Services is committed to maintaining a healthy,harmonious, and caring team environmentwhere people feel supported to do meaningfulwork. We provide high-qualityservices to our clients and community.

How to apply

If thissounds like a role where you could make a meaningful contribution, we warmlyinvite you to apply. Please email your cover letter and current CV to Jackie atmanager@centralconnect.co.nz.

If you would like a full job description, pleasecontact Jackie at manager@centralconnect.co.nz. All applications should be submitted byemail.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZwork visa.

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