Clinical Psychologist - Child Health Services, Whangarei
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Permanent, part time position (0.6FTE), working 24 hours per week between Mondays-Fridays
- Be part of a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Enjoy the Northland lifestyle, unrivalled in New Zealand!
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We're looking for a Clinical Psychologist to work in our Child Health Services at Whangarei Hospital. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in providing assessment, therapy, education and support in partnership with caregivers to the children and their whanau/families in the Northland region.
In this role you will provide a high standard of clinical psychology practice and expertise to children who experience chronic health, psychological, emotional and/or behavioural problems, with the aim of assisting them to achieve optimum functioning and well-being.
About the Service and Location
We are a region-wide service operating across Northland, committed to providing exceptional Child Health Services to communities throughout the area. We are dedicated to addressing health inequities for Māori and creating a positive impact on the lives of children. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you'll work in a supportive and welcoming environment, located away from the main hospital. Our strong, collaborative culture is centred on building meaningful, supportive working relationships.
Our Psychology Service offers diagnostic assessments for children with neurodevelopmental conditions and therapeutic support for those affected by chronic health issues impacting their development and wellbeing. We highly value teamwork and appreciate the unique contributions of each team member in enhancing the patient journey.
This role is based in Whangarei, with travel across the region required.
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About you
To be successful in this position, you need to have strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member within an MDT framework.
- Registered Psychologist with the NZ Psychologists Board, or equivalent
- Clinical experience with children and adolescents
- Proficient in evidence-based practice
- Full NZ Drivers Licence
- Motivated and committed to providing comprehensive, culturally appropriate services
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 14 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment team on NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.