Clinical Psychologist, ICAMHS

New Zealand Government; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Gisborne Hospital is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join the Infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS) in Tairāwhiti. The role provides specialist psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau with moderate to severe mental health needs.

You will work across anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and other presentations, within a multidisciplinary team, upholding Te Tiriti principles and culturally safe

Qualifications

• Registration with the NZ Psychologists Board.
• Strong clinical assessment and psychotherapeutic skills across a range of mental health presentations.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, privacy requirements, and professional ethical standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to culturally safe practice and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Experience working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau.
• Work across presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse and complex mental health.

Skills

NZ Psychologists Board registration

Clinical assessment

Psychotherapy skills

Legislation & ethics knowledge

Interpersonal & teamwork

Culturally safe Te Tiriti

Professional development

Job description

Gisborne HospitalFull-timePermanentHealth 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

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our Infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS), Te Whare O Te Rito, in Tairāwhiti.This community-based role provides specialist psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau experiencing moderate to severe mental health and behavioural challenges. You will work across a broad range of presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse and complex mental health.

Position Description

Clinical Psychologist

About the Team/Service/ Location

Te Whare O Te Rito is part of the infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS within the Te Ara Maioha (Mental Health & Addictions) Group. The service is dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of children, young people and their whānau across the Tairāwhiti region.

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About you

• Registration with the NZ Psychologists Board
• Strong clinical assessment and psychotherapeutic skills across a range of mental health presentations
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, privacy requirements, and professional ethical standards
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to culturally safe practice and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• A proactive approach to professional development and continuous
• Experience working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services

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.