Psychologist - Auckland Region at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Auckland (Tamaki Makaurau)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Join a large supportive team where you can positively influence lives and contribute to community safety.
• Access ample career growth and professional development.
• Pursue your true passions with specialised opportunities tailored to your interests.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Join a team of psychologists across Auckland and make a real impact. In this role, you'll work with diverse populations to support positive change and enhance community safety.

Whether based in central Auckland, Manukau, or one of our correctional facilities, you'll work directly with individuals at high risk of reoffending, using a range of tailored psychological interventions. Services are provided to both men and women across prison and community settings.

Whichever setting best suits you, you'll enjoy a strong team culture, ongoing professional development, and the chance to help shape the future of rehabilitation in the corrections system.

Click here to learn more about being a psychologist at Ara Poutama Aotearoa.

He kōrero mōu | About you 

We are seeking a psychologist who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who thrives in challenging situations and is dedicated to promoting positive change within the corrections system. You are a skilled communicator with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds. You excel in professional environments where teamwork and mutual support are valued. You are proactive in seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth, eager to contribute to the outcomes of initiatives like Hōkai Rangi, which focuses on achieving positive outcomes for Māori within the justice system.

Whether you're just starting your career or seeking to advance in a development-focused service, you hold a minimum of a Master's degree in Psychology (Clinical or Forensic Psychology) and are registered with the NZ Psychologist Board in the clinical/counselling or general scope of practice.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The salary range for the role is $83,286 - $133,370 per annum. Frontline Psychologists also have the ability to work towards additional allowances and allocated professional development funding. We may also offer flexible and/or part-time options for working hours. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

In addition to your salary, you will receive a $2,000 annual professional development allowance and become eligible for five weeks of annual leave after one year of service, increasing to six weeks after four years of continuous service.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.

It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at careers@corrections.govt.nz.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

If you have any questions please contact: Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz

To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Applications close on: Thursday 24^th April

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.