Clinical Psychologist - Tu Maia

• Join the Tū Māia Regional Youth Forensics Service, Greenlane location (Auckland)
• Permanent, full-time position Monday-Friday role
• The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of young people.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this position is to provide specialist psychological services for young people under the

care of Tū Māia. This may involve a specialist opinion for the purpose of a court ordered report or assessment

and treatment through the sub team Taiohi Tu Taiohi Ora which primarily provided service to the Oranga

tamariki youth justice residences. Provide psychological assessment and treatment is delivered using best

practice principles; Provide effective risk and case management; Provide therapeutic interventions for

nominated individual service users, their families/whanau and in group settings; Treatment plans are

developed and followed in close collaboration with service-users, their family/ whanau and/or care givers, and

health professionals otherwise involved in the service-users’ care.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Tū Māia Regional Youth Forensics Service is a specialised service dedicated to providing comprehensive forensic mental health assessments and interventions for young people involved in the justice system. Our mission is to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of young people into their communities, promoting their mental health and overall well-being. We work closely with various stakeholders, including families, schools, and community services, to ensure a holistic approach to each young person’s care.

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About you

To be a successful applicant for this role, you will meet the below essential requirements:

· Registration with the NZ Psychology Board as a Registered

· Psychologist with a Clinical Scope of Practice

· Experience with Children and adolescents or forensic assessment

· Patient centred approach to delivery of care

· Good written and oral communication skills

· A commitment to biculturalism

· Hold a current NZ Drivers Licence

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jade Smith, Recruitment Consultant: Jade.Smith@TeWhatuOra.Govt.NZ

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.