Overview
New Zealand's Department of Corrections is recruiting a permanent counsellor for Rimutaka Prison in Wellington. The role focuses on assessing trauma needs, developing treatment plans, supporting people in care and assisting prison staff with trauma-informed approaches.
Full job description
The official government listing gives a salary range of NZD 70,956–91,307, with appointment and remuneration reflecting relevant skills and experience. Duties include trauma assessment, tailored treatment planning, referrals and support to corrections staff. The source contains conflicting closing-date information: the application section says 11pm on 19 September 2026, while the job-details metadata says 9 September 2026. Because of that conflict, no normalized deadline is asserted here; applicants should confirm the closing date on the source page before applying.
Requirements & qualifications
Applicants need relevant counselling qualifications and experience working with people who have experienced trauma, plus the ability to work effectively across cultures. New Zealand healthcare experience, New Zealand qualifications and current registration with relevant regulatory bodies are described as highly desirable rather than mandatory in the official posting.
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Verification notes
Verified against the live New Zealand Government Jobs posting. Reference NZ/1942288, permanent Wellington role and salary range were confirmed. The page has inconsistent closing dates, so the structured deadline is intentionally null and the conflict is documented.
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