Clinical Psychologist

APM New Zealand; Timaru; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Timaru is seeking skilled Psychologists to join their team. This position offers substantial professional development, flexible working conditions, and an opportunity to work across diverse clinical settings. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Psychology and be NZPB registered. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health services.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Reimbursement of Professional membership

Professional development support

Laptop & phone provided

Qualifications

• Ability to provide high quality, evidence-based talking therapies.
• Complete and deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a clinical case load with 6.5 hours of client contact time daily.
• Deliver high-quality clinical assessments and engage in multi-disciplinary treatment.
• Develop neuropsychological assessment services if qualified.

Skills

Evidence-based talking therapies (e.g., CBT, EMDR, DBT)

Clinical assessments and reports

Excellent communication skills

Time-management

Education

NZPB accredited Master's degree or higher in Psychology

Job description

Make a Real Difference – Join a vibrant Team that has clients at its core.

Are you a high-performing clinician ready to use your expertise where it truly matters? At APM, we are a values-led, customer-obsessed team committed to delivering best-in-class service to people when they need it most.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, bring exceptional clinical reasoning skills, and are passionate about making a meaningful impact across a diverse range of clients and settings this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Location

This role is based in our Timaru office. We’re on the lookout for experienced Psychologists looking for full, part time or subcontractor work. We do require at least 2 days work per week.

What's In It For You

To enable you and your clients to thrive, you will be provided with all the tools and professional development you need, such as:

• Ongoing learning and development to keep your skills sharp.
• A genuine commitment to flexibility and trust to take ownership of your day.
• The opportunity for career progression at APM or another of our partner brands globally.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days are ever the same! You’ll be exposed to diverse cultures and clinical opportunities, working with a range of clients and mental health conditions. You will be supported by a dedicated team leader, as well as the clinical lead for psychology and the clinical advisory team in developing and honing your skills in the services APM provides.

APM employs general, counselling, clinical and neuropsychologists, and APM psychologists:

• manage a clinical case load equivalent to 6.5 hours of client contact time a day
• work across a variety of contracts including, ACC contracts such as Sensitive Claims, Psychological Services, Training for Independence and Pain Management Services, as well as other services such as Police and private referrals.
• Provide evidence-based talking therapy
• Deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports
• Engage in collaborative, multi-disciplinary treatment of clients.

Clinical psychologists and neuropsychologist can deliver or develop into delivering neuropsychological assessment services.

Your Perks & Rewards

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Reimbursement of Professional membership and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Professional development and supervision support
• Laptop & phone provided
• Support from national clinical and cultural panels, focus groups and special interest groups.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold an NZPB accredited Master's degree or higher in Psychology.
• Ability to provide high quality, evidence based talking therapies, for example CBT, EMDR, DBT, Schema therapy, ACT, etc.
• Complete and deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports
• Have excellent communication skills and a team-orientated approach to delivering intervention
• Have excellent time-management skills and the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
• For positions involving neuropsychological assessment, vocational registration as a clinical or neuropsychologist is required. Clinical psychologist will need to demonstrate completion of graduate level coursework in Neuropsychology.
• Must have training in psychopathology and in diagnostic frameworks such as DSM-5-TR or ICD 10/11.

Professional Credentials

• Must be registered with the Psychologists Board of New Zealand before starting
• Possess a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Registration with the New Zealand Psychological Society or The New Zealand College for Clinical Psychologist

Other Essentials

• Current full NZ driver license
• NZ/AU Citizen or valid NZ work visa

Luke, Talent Consultant on 022 416 2263 or [e-mail] for further information.