Psychologist - Paediatrics

• Psychologist – Paediatric
• Child and Adolescent Community Centre - Taranaki Base Hospital
• Permanent Part time
• Contribute to improved child and youth health outcomes

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

As a psychologist you will work closely with paediatricians and other team members to improve health outcomes for children and youth. Your referrals will be for children, young people and whānau already engaged in paediatric services who are experiencing psychological difficulties related to medical conditions or acute medical presentations. You will provide high quality, developmentally informed, psychological assessment and intervention to support, but not limited to, anxiety/behavioural difficulties and /or other mild/moderate mental health concerns, chronic health conditions, and complex health care needs.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

The Child and Adolescent Centre is the hub for paediatric outpatient clinics and a range of other child health services, including medical staff, other psychologists, specialty clinical nurses, therapists and support staff.

Although child health services are based in New Plymouth, the team work across the region to support service needs and provide equitable services to rural communities.

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About you

To be successful in this role you will have experience or an interest in working with children and youth.

You will be registered (or eligible for registration) with the NZ Psychologists Board

Ideally you will have at least 2-3 years of post-graduate experience.

Experience in neurodevelopmental psychological assessment- would be beneficial, although this will not be the main component of your role.

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 by 31 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alison Martin alison.martin@tdhb.org.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.