Clinical Psychologist - Pain Service (1.0FTE) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Working with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

The role:

Right now, we are looking for an exceptional Psychologist who has experience in working in a medical or health setting. This is for a full time, permanent position working 40 hours per week.

Based at Whangārei Hospital, this role will provide effective and efficient psychological services as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Inpatient and Community Pain Services of Northland.

Key requirements:

• Registered with the NZ Psychologist Board (NZPB)
• Comprehensive psychological assessment and treatment skills
• Experience using standardized assessment tools and outcome measures
• The ability to work with a wide variety of clients including those from various cultural/ethnic backgrounds
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise workload
• Full Drivers Licence

To be successful in this role, you will need to have working knowledge and commitment to Tikanga, a commitment to work in a culturally and ethically safe manner, and strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills.

Benefits:

• Attractive Salary
• Interesting and wide variety of work involved to keep you engaged and motivated
• Plenty of professional development opportunities
• Be a part of a dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team environment

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hiranga) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AH22-435

Closes: 28 February 2023