Wellbeing Clinical Psychologist

University of Otago; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 86,000 - 119,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Otago seeks a Clinical Psychologist for its Student Health Services in Dunedin. This part-time role involves working in a multidisciplinary team to support students' mental health and wellbeing, requiring strong communication skills and experience in clinical settings.

Qualifications

• Registered clinical psychologist with current APC.
• Experience in assessment and short-term intervention.
• Interest in supporting young adults.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multi-disciplinary team in mental health.
• Provide assessment and intervention services.
• Function well under high clinical demand.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Team-focused approach

Education

Registered Clinical Psychologist

Tools

Patient management systems

Job description

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Student Health Services

Te Ratoka Hauora Ākoka

About Our Team/Mō Te Tīma

Student Health Services (SHS) provide a full range of primary health care services for students at the University of Otago. We have an experienced team of GPs, Nurses, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Administration staff who provide approximately 40,000 appointments per annum. The large and diverse health team and the distinctive campus provide a stimulating and challenging multidisciplinary work environment

The University of Otago’s aspires to be a Te Tiriti-led university that is committed to partnership with mana whenua and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Student Health Services is committed to equity and diversity and seeks to provide an accessible, respectful and welcoming environment in which all students and staff receive the individual support and resources they need. SHS promotes and upholds equity in its processes and values the individual differences that enrich its community. We are recognised as a Rainbow Tick certified employer and a Foundation certified and Cornerstone accredited practice, which means we meet a standard of inclusivity and manaakitanga for our staff and students, and we are committed to continuous improvement.

The role/Te mahi

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will work both in conjunction with a multi-disciplinary team of mental health professionals and the wider primary care team at Student Health Services. A stepped care approach is required as well as a sound working knowledge of available referral partners and community resources.

Ideally, you will be an experienced and autonomous clinician who communicates clearly and works well in various team environments. A proven ability to function well under pressure of high clinical demand is essential.

In this role, you will report to the Clinical Group Leader of The Mental Health and Wellbeing Team.

Skills and Experience / Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

To succeed in this role, you will be a registered clinical psychologist with a current APC and a strong interest in supporting young adults. You will bring experience in assessment, short-term intervention, and liaison work (essential), with additional experience in alcohol and drug services and group work being advantageous.

You will have:

• A flexible, positive, and team-focused approach.
• Proven ability to thrive in a busy, structured environment requiring discretion, accuracy, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the health sector, especially in medical practice, is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with patient management systems (e.g. Medtech Evolution) is advantageous.
• Strong multitasking skills, a sense of urgency, and well-developed computing abilities.
• A proactive and collaborative attitude that contributes to a positive team culture.
  
  
  

Further details/Pūroko

This is a part-time (30 hours, per week,) 12-month fixed term vacancy located in Dunedin. Hours of work are variable between Monday to Friday 8.30am -8.30pm

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

The salary range for this role is $86,250 to $118,249. The successful candidate will be appointed on an appropriate step of the scale dependent on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Further details about our awesome Employee Benefits can be found here: Employee Benefits.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children Act 2014. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check. For further information on the safety check process please visit: Protection of Children.

For further information, please contact Richard Mooney via the contact details below.

Application/Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2500759 will close on Sunday, 1 June 2025.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be asked to interview immediately. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.