Clinical Psychologist - DBT Coordinator, Adult Mental Health Services - West

Clinical Psychologist / DBT Coordinator - Adult Mental Health Services, West

• Part-time role 0.8 FTE
• 4 days per week (32 hours per week)
• Based in Henderson

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 Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora Waitemata 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 Adult services as a DBT coordinator. Providing support and coordination for the three DBT consults across our adult services, and championing DBT more widely. The role includes a clinical component as well as coordination, liaison functions, and training. 

This autonomous position works closely with the other Clinical Psychologists across Waitemata Adult Mental Health services and provides essential psychology consultation to teams, DBT coordination, assessment, therapy, and groups.

We are looking to recruit a Clinical Psychologist with:

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
• Proven psychological, psychometric and neuro-psychological assessment skills
• Experience working within a DBT framework essential
• Sound skills in mental health assessment, treatment and safety planning
• The ability to work autonomously.

The Clinical Psychologist role is supported by a Principal Psychologist for Adult and a Professional Lead within Mental Health Services.

Please click here for a copy of the position description.

Required

• NZ registration and a current APC
• NZ full driver's license
• Preferred: Experience in Adult Mental Health 

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 WDHB13968A or click on the “apply now” button on this page.

For further information about this exciting opportunity please contact Janette Auld, Team Manager at (021) 547-846

For more information about our recruitment process, please contact Katherine Shinhama, Recruitment Consultant for Mental Health at (09) 442-7248.

Position number: WDHB13968A
Closing Date: 7th May 2024