Child & Adolescent Forensic Psychiatrist — NZ

New Zealand Government Joba; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continued medical education assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

New Zealand Government Joba seeks a Child Psychiatrist to oversee clinical work in the Child and Family Unit and adolescent inpatient service. The role involves supervision of Registrars, House Officers and Students, and collaboration with families to support recovery in youth mental health across a large NZ region.

Registration eligibility in NZ or FRANZCP equivalence is required. The position offers biocultural practice and relocation support, with remuneration negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience and qualification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Sound knowledge of NZ mental health legislation.
• Minimum 5 years clinical practice in Mental Health.
• Commitment to recovery principles and biocultural practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the professional development and supervision of Registrars, House Officers and Students.
• Care within the Child and Family Unit and adolescent mental health inpatient service.
• Collaborates with NZ mental health services across the region and engages families.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

PC literacy

Biocultural practice

Education

FRANZCP or equivalent

NZ medical registration eligibility

Job description

New Zealand Government Joba seeks a Child Psychiatrist to oversee clinical work in the Child and Family Unit and adolescent inpatient service. The role involves supervision of Registrars, House Officers and Students, and collaboration with families to support recovery in youth mental health across a large NZ region.

Registration eligibility in NZ or FRANZCP equivalence is required. The position offers biocultural practice and relocation support, with remuneration negotiable based on experience.