Clinical Psychologist MICAMHS - Adolescent

New Zealand Government; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a Clinical Psychologist for the Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes in Tauranga. This full-time position involves supporting rangatahi through evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate should have a postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology and experience dealing with trauma and neurodevelopmental conditions while being committed to high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board.
• Experience working with rangatahi experiencing trauma and mental health challenges.
• Commitment to evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support rangatahi aged 13 to 18 years through psychological assessment.
• Deliver therapeutic intervention within a specialist adolescent mental health service.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary service to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Therapeutic intervention

Trauma informed practice

Culturally responsive framework

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology

Annual Practicing Certificate from New Zealand Psychologists Board

Job description

# Clinical Psychologist MICAMHS - Adolescent at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Work where others holiday enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga*** **Full-time position 1.0 FTE, Monday to Friday*** **Join a specialist adolescent mental health team delivering evidence-based care for rangatahi and whānau**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**Support rangatahi aged 13 to 18 years through high quality psychological assessment, formulation, and therapeutic intervention within a specialist adolescent mental health service. This role offers diverse and meaningful clinical work across trauma, attachment, neurodevelopmental conditions, and complex mental health presentations, with a strong focus on evidence-based practice, sustainable caseloads, and ongoing professional growth.**About the Team/Service/Location**The Adolescent Mental Health Team in Tauranga is a collaborative multidisciplinary service made up of psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, psychiatrists, and community partners working together to support rangatahi and their whānau. The service provides a clear pathway for psychological intervention, including psychometric assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic support. The team is committed to high standards of clinical care, ongoing supervision, and professional development, with access to hospital wide forums, peer support, networking opportunities, and a dedicated CPD budget for psychologists. Based in Tauranga, the service combines rewarding clinical practice with a connected coastal lifestyle.****Click here**** **to learn more about the Bay of Plenty****About You**You will be a skilled and compassionate Registered Psychologist who is passionate about supporting rangatahi and whānau through complex mental health challenges. You bring strong clinical reasoning, confidence in assessment and formulation, and the ability to build therapeutic relationships within a culturally responsive framework. You drive within multidisciplinary environments, value collaboration and lifelong learning, and are committed to delivering safe, evidence-based care that supports positive outcomes for younger people.****What you will bring:***** Registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and a current Annual Practicing Certificate* Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology and relevant further training* Experience working with rangatahi experiencing trauma, attachment difficulties, mental health challenges, and neurodevelopmental conditions* Strong skills in psychological assessment, formulation, and treatment planning* Competence in trauma informed practice and work with neurodivergence* Commitment to evidence-based therapeutic approaches and ongoing professional development* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in clinical practice**To view the Position Description please** ****click here******Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.**How to Apply**To apply for the role please click **apply now.** All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on **30 July 2026**. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]**Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.**## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes || Location: | Bay of Plenty || Position type: | Permanent Full time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 04-Jun-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 30-Jul-2026 || Reference: | TAU02563 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz |