Demonstrated inspirational leader. Strategic thinker. Values driven. Rare opportunity to be part of the Pathways Executive Team Join a dynamic people-focused organisation that values diversity, inclusion, accessibility and fun About Us | Mo matou At Pathways we're passionate about supporting people with experience of mental illness or addictions - we've been dedicated to it for more than 30 years. We provide community-based mental health, addiction and wellbeing services throughout Aotearoa, supporting around 6,600 adults with Pathways and 2,500 young people through Real (our youth brand) in communities all through Aotearoa each year, to live well in the communities of their choice. We strive every day to be an exemplary Tangata Tiriti partner. Become a key part of our executive team, reporting to the Chief Executive. We've been leaders and innovators in the mental health and addictions sector for over 30 years, but never has there been a more exciting time to be working in our sector. As a Tangata Tiriti organisation, we are especially committed to equity and building our capability and capacity to recognise and empower Maori including our kaimahi, tangata whai ora and taiohi. Due to internal movement within the Wise Group, we're looking for an exceptional leader who is up for the challenge of leading our Central region, covering Wellington, Wairarapa and Whanganui. You will embrace change and be able to build strong team cultures that deliver exceptional services to our tangata whai ora and their whanau. You'll also ensure that our services are appropriate, responsive and equity focussed and support our mahi to be a leader in peer influenced services valuing lived experience and the peer principals. Are you the exceptional leader we're looking for? About the Role | Mo tenei turanga mahi As general manager, you'll be based in Wellington, Whanganui or Masterton and report to the chief executive. You'll provide inspirational leadership and management within the Central region as well as provide strategic input to the organisation nationally, as a key member of the Pathways Executive team. Just as importantly, you will foster and grow strategic relationships with other key people and organisations in the sector, so we can work together to improve mental health, addiction and wellbeing services throughout the region. You will have a team of regional service and relationship managers reporting to you. They in turn will lead teams of team coaches, who manage a range of adult and youth wellbeing services in the region. You will provide strong values-based leadership to them to ensure the highest quality service and to nurture and grow your team as leaders. To build and maintain these relationships with your team and key stakeholders, you'll need to be able to travel regularly within your region, as well as nationally to connect with the Pathways Executive team. This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. However, as a senior manager, you'll need to be prepared to support your team and be responsive outside business hours. About You | Mou: You'll be an experienced and respected leader with proven leadership and people skills and knowledge of the New Zealand health and social sectors. You'll have a comprehensive understanding of contract management alongside strong communication skills. You will be a strategic thinker, always seeing the long-term vision and striving to make that vision a reality. As a people person and a collaborator, you'll naturally build strong relationships and enjoy the opportunities to travel and get face to face interactions with your team and stakeholders. You are known for your own development and that of your reports and region for encouraging your commitment to te ao Maori through mana enhancing kaupapa. You will have a proficient grasp of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te ao Maori me ona tikanga and a proven track record of initiatives that build the capability and capacity of Maori. Words we use to describe our attributes as an organisation include aroha (loving), Whakahonohono (connected), Harikoa (joy), Tika (authentic), Manako (hopeful), Maia (courageous), Mahorahora (generous) and Pou Piripno (realiable). You'll relate wholeheartedly to this list and share our people-focused values. We are seeking interest from leaders with a clinical background (ideally with a current registration) and experience working in the mental health and addiction sectors. We value diversity and lived experience. You will have a tertiary qualification in management and/or health, strong experience as a leader with a demonstrated commitment to community development and you'll hold a full driver's license. The Benefits | Nga ahuatanga kei a matou In this role, you'll look forward to flexible work arrangements, a work vehicle, extra leave, income protection insurance, subsidies for school holiday childcare and a great team around you every day working in an organisation that believes in its purpose. Be part of a supportive work environment where life balance is encouraged, people are valued and new solutions are the norm! Ready to be a part of transforming the sector? Then apply now. Contact | Korero: If you have any questions, please feel free tocontact Sally Pitts-Brown, Chief Executive, on 0212 451 133 Applications close | Ra Katinga: 25 March 2024. Please note, this job mayclose earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Forfurther information, visit our website Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and activelysupports a smoke free environment. We encourage people with livedexperience of mental illness & addictions to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
