Clinical Engagement Lead

About us | Mō mātou

Social Innovation Limited (SIL) is an entity within the Wise Group. SIL houses the group’s current innovation programmes, backed by over 35 years of putting social innovation and investment into action. Just a Thought is a free online cognitive behavioural therapy tool (CBT), specially designed for New Zealanders.

We’re a team of passionate and enthusiastic specialists with one collective goal - to make effective and engaging mental wellbeing support available to every New Zealander.

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with our tight-knit team, this role will champion the promotion and adoption of our free Just a Thought online mental health courses and resources across Aotearoa while also providing clinical expertise for course content, as well as clinical support and oversight for our team.

As the clinical spokesperson, you’ll travel across the motu, mapping and engaging with primary and community care. This may include leading presentations and demonstrations, and ensuring communities and healthcare professionals alike feel supported, safe, and confident to use and promote Just a Thought.

This role is a full-time role on a fixed term contract for 12 months. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours, may be considered for the right candidate.

Mōu | About you

You’re the right fit if you have:

• 5 or more years’ work experience in mental health and addiction, as well as engagement and stakeholder relationship roles.
• A clinical qualification (psychology, social work, nursing, counselling, occupational therapy) with experience in CBT or a related modality.
• A strong understanding of the New Zealand health sector, especially primary and community care.
• Knowledge of digital mental health tools, e-therapies, or stepped care approaches.
• The ability to communicate complex information clearly and compellingly to both clinical and non-clinical audiences.
• Experience and proficiency with media interviews, public speaking and appearances.
• Confidence presenting to large groups or in clinical settings.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and proven experience engaging with Māori and iwi-led organisations.
• A current New Zealand driver’s licence and comfort travelling across Aotearoa when needed.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

In this role, you can look forward to some awesome benefits that include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Mix of work from home & office environment
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Discounted premiums with Southern Cross

Be part of a supportive work environment where work/life balance is encouraged, people are valued, and new solutions are the norm!

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Clinical-Engagement-Lead-PD-2025-1.pdf

Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 02 November 2025. Please note, this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact | Whakapā: Charlie David, General Manager on charlie.david@justathought.co.nz for any questions about this opportunity

* You must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this role.