Clinical Psychologist - West Adult Mental Health Services at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitematā, Auckland

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Clinical Psychologist - West Adult Mental Health Services

• Permanent opportunity
• Full-time or part-time roles available
• Based in West Auckland - Waimarino

We understand how important it is to know that what you do counts, and to feel a sense of achievement and satisfaction in your work. At Te Whatu Ora we're committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation. We are looking for people that share our common goal to provide the best possible care to everyone by seeking continuous improvement in everything we do. We are looking for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our multi-disciplinary team which provides recovery support and treatment to people in West Auckland. 

This autonomous position works closely with the other clinical psychologists across both the West Adult Mental Health services and the Waiatarau Inpatient Unit, and provides essential psychology consultation to the team, as well as assessment, therapy, and groups.

We are looking to recruit Clinical Psychologists with:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
• Proven psychological, psychometric and neuro-psychological assessment skills
• Experience working within a DBT framework (preferable) and/or in other particular evidence based interventions and therapy modalities
• Sound skills in mental health assessment, treatment and safety planning
• The ability to work autonomously.

The Clinical Psychologist role is supported by a professional senior and a professional advisor within Mental Health Services. To be considered for this position you will have NZ registration and a current APC. If you have a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others, we would like to hear from you today.

To be considered for this position please apply directly online at www.wdhbcareers.co.nz quoting reference number WDHB18676 or click on the “apply now” button on this page.

Please click here for a copy of the position description.

For further information about this exciting opportunity please contact Janette Auld, Team Manager on 021 547 846 and for more information about our recruitment process, please contact Bairavi Thavarasa, Recruitment Consultant for Allied Health Mental Health on (09) 442 7251.

Position number: WDHB18676
Closing Date: 4 November 2024