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πŸ₯ Practice Lead - Mana Ake - Christchurch - NPHS

New Zealand Government | Canterbury Plains, New Zealand | Posted June 29, 2026

Job Description

Lead and influence a region-wide programme supporting the mental health and wellbeing of primary school children
Provide clinical and operational leadership across a collaborative network of providers, schools and partners
Full-time, permanent position based in Canterbury
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations, from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.
About the Role
Mana Ake – Stronger for Tomorrow provides mental health and wellbeing support for children in primary school years 1-8 across Canterbury. Mana Ake kaimahi (workers) are employed by one of 13 NGO providers and support schools, families and whānau when children are exper...

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