Clinical Psychologist - Forensic Mental Health Team at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Southland
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Clinical Psychologist
Forensic Mental Health Team – Invercargill
Southland Hospital
Salary - $87,125 - $123,000 + Kiwisaver
- Permanent part-time 0.4 FTE (20hrs per week)
- Great work / life balance
About the Role
We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join the Forensic Community Mental Health Team. You will be working with tāngata whaiora (service users) within the Invercargill Men's Prison and those who are based within the community.
You will be part of a supportive and experienced multi-disciplinary team that provides specialist care to tāngata whaiora with complex mental health needs, with co-existing factors of offending and high-risk behaviours. Your areas of professional interest will be fostered and your expertise in psychological assessment and formulation, individual and group treatment welcomed.
We aim to facilitate assessment, treatment and recovery by employing a holistic array of interventions to help tāngata whaiora. We are guided by relational security aspects of care to promote safety and protection for all. We offer an MDT approach to specialised assessment and care for adults who are referred by the courts or prison. We work within a framework of clinical governance and are a progressive service committed to providing a culture of ongoing professional development for staff through regular supervision, an excellent professional development and recognition programme (PDRP), regular in-service training and support towards external training
The successful applicant will also be supported by the broader Mental Health Addictions, Intellectual Disability Services network of clinical psychologists.
About the Team/Service/ Location
The Forensic Community Mental Health Team is part of the Mental Health Addiction and Intellectual Disability Services (MHAID). The service has adult, youth and community services.
The Forensic Community Mental Health Team is a dynamic and supportive workplace where autonomous practice, research, professional development is supported.
You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals committed to the delivery of gold standard care to the population we serve. We offer you a warm, pleasant working environment in a modern low-rise building, very good resources and the opportunity to work and develop professionally within a progressive and friendly team that is well supported by management.
About you
- To be considered you must be registered with the NZ Psychologists Board and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.
- Candidates should be knowledgeable and experienced in forensic mental health. Be able to demonstrate excellent assessment (including risk assessment), formulation, and treatment planning and therapy skills.
- You should be a confident and effective communicator, truly passionate about your work and hold an unwavering belief in people's recovery.
- A current NZ drivers' licence will also be required.
The Location
Life is kind in Invercargill. If it's the city life you crave, you'll find it here, there is also beautiful scenery and loads of attractions right on your doorstep. Boasting a lively restaurant and café scene, not to mention world class local attractions like Bill Richardson Transport World and Motorcycle Mecca. The Southern district offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education. Whether it's surfing, kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting or fishing; there's literally something for everyone.
It's all here waiting - the opportunity to create a fantastic work/life balance is within your reach.
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 Friday 7th August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern |
| Location: | Southland |
| Position type: | Permanent Part time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 06-Jul-2026 |
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| Closing date: | 07-Aug-2026 |
| Reference: | 29938 |
| Attachment: | 46282 AHST Position Description for Clinical Psychologist Forensics.pdf (PDF, 237KB) Job Description |
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