Mental Health & Addiction - Consultant Psychiatrist (Senior Medical Officer), Early Psychosis Intervention Team, Mental Health & Addictions at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, Auckland

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Psychiatrist Early Psychosis Intervention Team (EPIT)
Counties Manukau | South Auckland
Permanent Part-Time | Up to 0.8 FTE
Ref: CMH202516485

Make a difference early and make a difference that lasts.

Are you a Psychiatrist who is passionate about young people, early intervention and recovery-focused care?

Join our established Early Psychosis Intervention Team (EPIT) and play a key role in supporting young adults experiencing their first episode of psychosis.

This is an opportunity to work in a genuinely multidisciplinary and collaborative team, alongside:

Clinical Psychologists
Occupational Therapists
Social Workers
Nurses
Employment & Vocational Specialists
Peer Support Specialists
AOD Specialists
Cultural Liaison Staff

What you'll do

As a Psychiatrist, you will:

• Provide specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment using Early Intervention principles

• Contribute to the clinical leadership of the team

• Work collaboratively with young people, families and whānau

• Participate in community-based assessments and care planning

• Liaise closely with inpatient and community mental health services

• Support culturally responsive, recovery-oriented care

Why join us?

Permanent part-time role up to 0.8 FTE
Salary: $198,386 - $282,645 depending on experience and qualifications
Attractive relocation package
MCNZ & Immigration Advisor assistance
Opportunities for research and teaching
Work within an experienced, supportive multidisciplinary team
Primarily based at Springs Road, East Tamaki
Be part of a service focused on early intervention and better long-term outcomes

About EPIT

• Our service supports young adults under 30 years experiencing a first episode of psychosis, as well as people presenting with an At-Risk Mental State.
• We work closely with primary care and community mental health services and incorporate vocational, AOD, peer-support and culturally responsive approaches into our model of care.
• Located in South Auckland, youll have the opportunity to work within one of New Zealand's most vibrant and culturally diverse communities.

About you

Were looking for someone with:

• Experience in Community Mental Health

• An interest or experience in Early Intervention / Youth Mental Health

• A strong commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork

• Experience working with diverse populations, including Māori, Pacific and refugee communities

• Eligibility for vocational registration with MCNZ

• A current MCNZ Annual Practising Certificate

•        This role is a Core Children's Worker under the Children's Act and requires full safety checks before commencement.

If youre ready to use your expertise to intervene early, work collaboratively and help young people and their whānau build healthier futures, wed love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply, please click apply now.  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by the date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Barbara Ridgway at Barbara.ridgway@tewhatuora.govt.nz