Clinical Psychologist - Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health - Rotorua (Permanent) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Lakes, Bay of Plenty

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Clinical Psychologists - Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Permanent, Part-time and Full-time positions available 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Psychologist to join our multi-disciplinary team at Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (iCAMHS) in Rotorua.  Rotorua has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice for professional couples, families and individuals that have a passion for life and the outdoors. 

We are interested in attracting a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who can practice at a Consultant level as per the Psychologists Collective Agreement. 

It is essential that the successful candidate has strong assessment and therapeutic intervention skills, including knowledge and familiarity with psychometric testing. The successful candidate should also be able to work efficiently both independently and with other clinicians in our skilled multi-disciplinary team. An ability to connect and build a trusting relationship with a wide range of people from the community is essential, whether it be on site, at schools, homes or other settings.

We offer:

• Attractive funding for continuing education
• Ability to work with a wide range of mental health conditions          
• Work in in Te Aka Mauri – Children’s Health Hub

Applicants must have registration, or be eligible for registration, with the NZ Psychologists Board, hold a current full clean NZ drivers licence, and meet requirements for the children’s worker safety checks.

We welcome applications from experienced  Psychologists who can demonstrate a commitment to working with young people and their families. If you have any questions please contact George Furstenburg via george.furstenburg@lakesdhb.govt.nz for an informal discussion.

If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you.

Salary range: $83,708- $140,200 per annum pro rated. Applications will be reviewed periodically and interviews may commence prior to the closure date.

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Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hour’s drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment. 

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