Forensic Child Psychologist - Youth Services, Auckland

Te Whatu Ora; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a psychologist to provide specialist services for youth under Tū Māia, including forensic assessments and therapeutic interventions. The role involves risk management, case coordination, and collaborative care with families, schools, and other professionals in a culturally responsive framework.

The successful applicant will be registered with the NZ Psychology Board (Clinical Scope) and bring experience with children/adolescents or forensic settings,

Qualifications

• Registration with the NZ Psychology Board as a Registered Psychologist with a Clinical Scope.
• Experience with Children and adolescents or forensic assessment.
• Patient centred approach to delivery of care.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• A commitment to biculturalism.
• Hold a current NZ Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological services for young people under the Tū Māia care.
• Conduct forensic assessments and court-ordered reports when required.
• Deliver treatment using best practice principles and manage risk and caseloads.
• Collaborate with service-users, their families/whanau and other health professionals.
• Develop and follow treatment plans in partnership with stakeholders.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Bicultural competency

NZ Driver's Licence

Education

NZ Psychology Board Registration (Clinical Scope)

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a psychologist to provide specialist services for youth under Tū Māia, including forensic assessments and therapeutic interventions. The role involves risk management, case coordination, and collaborative care with families, schools, and other professionals in a culturally responsive framework.

The successful applicant will be registered with the NZ Psychology Board (Clinical Scope) and bring experience with children/adolescents or forensic settings,