Registered Creative Arts Therapist (Contractor)

Location : Whangārei, Te Tai Tokerau

Start Date : January 2026

Hours : 28–32 / week during school terms

Rate : $60–$70 / hr (ex. GST), plus CPD budget, paid mentoring, supervision support, travel reimbursements

Mauri Tui Tuia is seeking a Registered Creative Arts Therapist to join our dynamic and supportive team of 15+ therapists. This contractor role is based in Whangārei and involves delivering individual and group therapy services in schools, ECE centres, and community settings. You’ll also support classroom staff, collaborate on resources, and facilitate CPD workshops (training provided).

We are grounded in bicultural practice, committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and focused on sustainability, accessibility, and wellbeing.

We offer :

✅ Monthly financial support for external supervision, and monthly group supervision

✅ Weekly paid mentoring / planning hui

✅ CPD budget + internal CPD

✅ Admin support + team connection

✅ Travel reimbursements (IRD rate)

✅ Resource kit provided

New graduates are welcome to apply.

You’ll need a Master’s in Creative Arts Therapy, professional registration, and a commitment to ecological, resource-oriented practice.

Apply now :

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