Clinical Psychologist ICAMHS

New Zealand Government; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Gisborne invites applications for a Clinical Psychologist within the Infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS), Te Whare OTe Rito. The role focuses on specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau with moderate to severe mental health concerns.

You will address presentations such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders and substance use, collaborating in a multidisciplinary team across

Qualifications

• Registration with 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau.
• Work across a broad range of presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, substance use and complex mental health.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team within the ICAMHS service and Te Whare OTe Rito.
• Support and promote culturally safe practice within the Tairāwhiti region.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Psychotherapeutic skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural safety

Communication skills

Professional development

Education

Registration with NZ Psychologists Board

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 OTe 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 OTe 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.

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 NewZealand

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.