Clinical Psychologist - Fixed Term at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral, Manawatu / Whanganui

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

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

Te Uru Rauhi, Mental Health and Addiction Services at MidCentral District have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist. This position will be based in the Manawatu locality and provide some services across the rohe, for a period of 12 months to cover parental leave.

About you

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a level of knowledge and skill in the assessment and management of mental health and addiction presentations within a community setting. We are looking for a candidate who is highly motivated, is committed to ensuring culturally responsive care, is excited by change and able to work across teams, and is committed to a strengths based recovery approach that supports people and whanau to achieve their goals. The role includes the capacity to be part of a new model of care Te Mātāpuna o te Ora which focuses on an integrated treatment approach for those who would benefit from mental health and addiction services. The Mental Health and Addiction service has a longstanding Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) programme and therefore experience in, or an interest in training in, DBT would be desirable.

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.  

We can offer: 
• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged

• A professional and supportive culture and team setting

• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options

• Tailored wellness programmes

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maree Loynes Recruitment Specialist

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.