Current Vacancies
We’re always interested in hearing from experienced clinicians who are passionate about providing thoughtful, evidence-based mental health care.
The Nelson Clinic works with a multidisciplinary team across New Zealand, supporting clients through assessment, therapy, intervention, and specialist mental health services. From time to time, opportunities become available for clinicians to join us in either employed or contract-based roles.
If there are no current vacancies listed below, we still welcome expressions of interest from qualified professionals who align with our values and approach.
ALL LOCATIONS: Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Dietitians
The Nelson Clinic would love to hear from physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers and dietitians throughout Aotearoa New Zealand who may be interested in joining our team as independent contractors, providing services under the ACC Sensitive Claims Service (SCS).
If you are committed to compassionate, trauma-informed care and would value being part of a supportive multidisciplinary community, we would warmly welcome a conversation about working together.
Who we are
The Nelson Clinic is a nationwide multidisciplinary team of psychologists, neuropsychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, counsellors, art therapists and social workers.
We provide mental health and related services both privately and through the ACC Sensitive Claims Service. At the heart of our work is a commitment to:
Providing compassionate, evidence-informed care
Recognising the complex and far-reaching impacts of sexual violence and trauma
Supporting each kiritaki’s healing, growth and resilience
Working collaboratively across disciplines to provide responsive, holistic support
What we offer
A welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team
Access to and training in our electronic client management system
Streamlined billing and administrative processes
A contractor payment rate of 90% of paid services
Weekly payments
Skills and experience
We would be delighted to hear from practitioners who:
Hold appropriate professional qualifications and registration
Have experience or a strong interest in trauma-informed care, particularly in supporting survivors of sexual trauma
Practice with cultural awareness and a genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Hold current professional indemnity insurance
Value collaborative, respectful and person-centred practice
If this opportunity resonates with you, please express your interest through our provider registration link. We would be delighted to hear from you.
Consultant Psychiatrist
The Nelson Clinic is seeking an experienced consultant psychiatrist to join our team, for part-time employment in a salaried capacity (minimum 0.4 FTE).
Location
This position is based in Nelson.
The Role
This is a specialised role involving general clinical mental health assessments, ACC Mental Injury Assessments and ISSC Supported Assessments.
Prior experience in the ACC context is preferred, though not required and we will provide comprehensive support and supervision to extend professional development and interests. You’ll have the opportunity to work within a trauma informed care paradigm and with a wide range of clients and clinical presentations.
Requirements
Current registration with the Medial Council of New Zealand and full membership of RANZCP. If based abroad, eligibility for such registration and membership is required. Permanent Residency or a suitable Work Visa should be obtained through Immigration New Zealand prior to submitting application for this role. At least three years post-registration experience working with adults in clinical settings is preferred.
Nationwide Contracting Opportunities
We are seeking qualified and experienced providers from throughout New Zealand to join us in providing assessment, treatment, and intervention to clients on ACC contracts.
Our team includes psychiatrists, psychologists and neuropsychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors, art therapists and social workers. We value developing a sense of connection and support within our team and thus offer peer supervision and opportunities for inter-disciplinary discussion and continued professional development.
We specialise in mental health challenges across diverse contexts, including:
ACC Integrated Services for Sensitive Claims (ISSC)
ACC Psychological Services (PSA)
ACC Neuropsychological Services (NASA)
ACC Clinical Psychiatric Services (CPSA)
ACC Impairment Assessment Services (IMPA)
Insurance Sector Services
Medico-Legal Services
Private Pay Services
We offer:
A flexible and supportive working environment
Comprehensive administrative support
Monthly clinical peer supervision
Organisational induction and a range of resources and tools to assist in streamlining clinical work
Full training and access to our custom-developed client management system
Contract pay rate – 90% of billed services
Weekly payments
Assistance in becoming registered with ACC
Requirements:
Current APC
NZ registration with the New Zealand Psychology Board
Membership with the relevant professional board/association - NZCCP or NZPS (ICP)
Indemnity Insurance
