Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Mental Health, Addictions, and Intellectual Disabilities
- Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Southern
- Salary band - $85,000 - $130,000 p.a pro-rata, Kiwisaver and discounted health insurance
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.
- Various roles available across the district!
- Competitive salary and refreshing lifestyle!
- Join our organisation as we go through an exciting time of change!
About the role
We are looking for Clinical Psychologists across various services in the district including:
- Youth Forensic
- Intellectual Disabilities and Community
- Child, Adolescent and Family Service
- Child and Family Mental Health Service
- Community Mental Health Teams
- Specialist Addiction Services
We have positions available in Dunedin, Southland, Queenstown Lakes, Gore and Balclutha – there's something to suit everyone and every lifestyle!
Please specify your area of interest and preferred location in your covering letter. If you would like information regarding a specific service, please contact James Boyd, Recruitment Advisor, james.boyd@southerndhb.govt.nz
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About you
- Proven competence, knowledge, and skills in clinical and neuro psychology with a strong knowledge of relevant and appropriate psychological assessments and evidenced based interventions
- Current registration with the NZ Psychologists Board and a current Annual Practicing Certificate with a Clinical Scope of Practice
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical and professional development, including continuous learning and updating of skills and knowledge
- Motivated team player with exceptional communication and time management skills
- Thrive in a busy and diverse working environment, with the ability to work well in stressful situations
Previous experience in a mental health setting, and/or a strong desire to work in the mental health space is essential.
Benefits
- Beautiful mountains, coastlines, and family-friendly communities
- Continuous support for career development
- Subsidised gym membership, discounted health insurance and free onsite parking (Southland only)
- Access to staff fitness facilities and banking offers.
- Access to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Salary range
This role belongs to the DHBs/APEX Psychologists Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($85,000 p.a) and Step 10 ($130,000 p.a pro rata).
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 Thursday, 17 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@southerndhb.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website