Psychologist

Allied Health Services (NZ); Hamilton; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Phone provided

Professional development support

Job summary

APM WorkCare in Hamilton is seeking a skilled psychologist to deliver evidence-based talking therapies and high-quality assessments across diverse clients and settings. You will work under clinical leadership to develop your skills and contribute to comprehensive care plans.

You will join a supportive team with access to professional development, supervision, and flexible, client-centered workflows, including ACC contracts and private referrals across multiple settings.

Qualifications

• Must hold NZPB accredited Master’s degree or higher in Psychology.
• Ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based talking therapies (e.g., CBT, EMDR, DBT, Schema therapy, ACT).
• Commitment to professional development and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based talking therapies and high-quality clinical assessments.
• Produce detailed reports and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Engage with diverse clients and contract types (ACC, private referrals, etc.).

Skills

Evidence-based therapies

CBT

EMDR

DBT

Schema therapy

ACT

Time management

Communication skills

Team oriented

Education

NZPB accredited Master’s degree or higher in Psychology

Job description

Make a Real Difference – Join a vibrant Team that has clients at its core.

Are you a high-performing clinician ready to use your expertise where it truly matters? At APM, we are avalues-led, customer-obsessedteam committed to deliveringbest-in-class serviceto people when they need it most.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, bringexceptional clinical reasoning skills, and are passionate about making a meaningful impact across a diverse range of clients and settings this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Great opportunity based in Hamilton.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Psychologist looking for full, part time or subcontractor work. We do require at least 2 days work per week.

What's in it for you

To enable you and your clients to thrive, you will be provided with all the tools and professional development you need, such as:

• Ongoing learning and development to keep your skills sharp.
• A genuine commitment to flexibility and trust to take ownership of your day.
• The opportunity for career progression at APM or another of our partner brands globally.

What you’ll be doing

No two days are ever the same! You’ll be exposed to diverse cultures and clinical opportunities, working with a range of clients and mental health conditions. You will be supported by a dedicated team leader, as well as the clinical lead for psychology and the clinical advisory team in developing and honing your skills in the services APM provides.

APM employs general, counselling, clinical and neuropsychologists, and APM psychologists:

• manage a clinical case load equivalent to 6.5 hours of client contact time a day
• work across a variety of contracts including, ACC contracts such as Sensitive Claims, Psychological Services, Training for Independence and Pain Management Services, as well as other services such as Police and private referrals.
• Provide evidence-based talking therapy
• Deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports
• Engage in collaborative, multi-disciplinary treatment of clients.

Clinical psychologists and neuropsychologist can deliver or develop into delivering neuropsychological assessment services.

Your Perks & Rewards

• Professional development and supervision support
• Laptop & phone provided
• Support from national clinical and cultural panels, focus groups and special interest groups.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold an NZPB accredited Master's degree or higher in Psychology.
• Ability to provide high quality, evidence based talking therapies, for example CBT, EMDR, DBT, Schema therapy, ACT, etc.
• Complete and deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports
• Have excellent communication skills and a team-orientated approach to delivering intervention
• Have excellent time-management skills and the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
• For positions involving neuropsychological assessment, vocational registration as a clinical or neuropsychologist is required. Clinical psychologist will need to demonstrate completion of graduate level coursework in Neuropsychology.
• Must havetraining in psychopathology and in diagnostic frameworks such as DSM-5-TR or ICD 10/11.

Professional Credentials

• Must be registered with the Psychologists Board of New Zealand before starting
• Possess a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Registration with the New Zealand Psychological Society or The New Zealand College for Clinical Psychologist

Other Essentials

• Current full NZ driver license
• NZ/AU Citizen

For more information or a copy of the job description, please reach out to Roz, Talent Coordinator at [e-mail]