Psychologist - Dunedin at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Otago (Otakou)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Kotahi anō te kaupapa: ko te oranga o te iwi

‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of people'

• Are you a Registered Psychologist with post graduate qualifications in clinical or forensic psychology?

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Elevate your career at the Dunedin Psychologists' Office! We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic registered psychologist to join our dedicated professional team. Dive into a variety of clinical tasks across both prison and community environments. Tasks include formal NZPB and court health risk assessments, bespoke individual assessments and treatment tasks, and facilitating treatment programmes (e.g., the Short Violence Prevention Program [SVPP]) with individual clients. 

Make a real difference to the lives of our clients across Otago, Southland, Central Otago, and South Canterbury. Use your clinical expertise to help make our communities safer and to provide professional advice and leadership within a diverse social service environment.

If you want to find out more about working as a psychologist at the Department of Corrections (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) click here.

Mōu | About you

Are you a passionate psychologist with excellent communication skills who enjoys a mix of working both independently and collaboratively? Join our dynamic Dunedin team, where we value problem-solving and cross-cultural proficiency. Here, you'll gain exposure to world-class criminal justice psychology training, mentoring, and cultural supervision. If you're an adaptable psychologist seeking a rewarding role, based either in Dunedin (inner city) or Invercargill, apply today.

Ngā painga | The benefits

The salary range for the role is $83,286 - $133,370. Frontline Psychologists also have the ability to work towards additional allowances and are 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.

International Relocation Package

Ara Poutama has relocation packages available for candidates relocating from overseas. For international applicants, please confirm your eligibility to register as a psychologist in New Zealand.

• Freight forward of $10,000
• Airfares for candidates and travelling family
• 4-weeks accommodation
• 4-weeks rental vehicle hire
• Airport transfers of up to $300 and any stop-over accommodation

Mō mātou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and addressing the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Sunday, 10th August

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact sarah.rostron@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.