Occupational Therapist

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.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• NEW pay steps from $76,208 - $98,388 (Dependent on experience)
• Fifth week of Annual leave (after 12 months employment)
• 2 x Paid Wellbeing days each year
• Increased Employer KiwiSaver contribution
• Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.
• Perk + Perk plus discount app

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, using your occupational therapy expertise to help people thrive in their communities. It’s all about empowerment, inclusion, and supporting people to live their best lives.

Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll be doing:

• Keeping whānau at the heart of everything we do
• Providing top-notch assessments, treatment, and reviews
• Supporting meaningful occupation for tāngata whai ora, taiohi and whānau
• Leading with innovation and a wellbeing-first mindset
• Delivering both individual and group therapy sessions
• Collaborating on support plans that reflect physical, emotional, and spiritual goals
• Working closely with internal and external services

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5pm

About You | Mōu

You will have:

• A recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current NZ registration
• Must have a current annual practicing certificate
• A current full, clean New Zealand driver’s license.
• A current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one.
• An understanding of what you need for your own wellbeing.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Applications Close | Rā Katinga: 3 December 2025. Please note, this advert may close sooner than the stated closing date.

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Contact | Korero: Kerry Debrah, Service and Relationship Manager on Kerry.Debrah@pathways.co.nz for any queries.

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.​