Psychologist

Department of Corrections NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 83,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Psychologist in Wellington, where you can make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in the community and prisons. Engage in diverse offender-focused work with opportunities for professional growth through training and mentoring. Enjoy a competitive salary, clear advancement pathways, and flexible work options in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Benefits

Five weeks annual leave

Professional development funding

Flexible and/or part-time work options

Qualifications

• Psychologist with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in clinical assessments and treatment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and provide treatment in prisons and the community.
• Supervise, advise, and train within Corrections.
• Participate in service and research initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Clinical Assessment

Education

Psychologist qualification

Job description

• Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of people.
• Enjoy a competitive salary with clear pathways for professional advancement.
• Collaborate closely with supportive colleagues within an exciting, dynamic work environment.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Psychologist in the Wellington office team, you will be exposed to a variety of work across Community Probation and Prison Services in the Wellington Region. Our psychologists undertake clinical assessments and treatment in both the Male and Female prisons in our region and in the community, provide supervision, advice and training within Corrections and allied agencies, and participate in service and research initiatives. Treatment provision is primarily individual treatment with a focus on sexual and violent offences. Our more experienced Psychologists complete assessments for the New Zealand Parole Board and the Court and could be asked to act as an Expert Witness.

Click here to learn more about being a psychologist at Ara Poutama Aotearoa.

Mōu | About you

Are you a psychologist with excellent communication skills who enjoys a mix of working both independently and collaboratively? Join our vibrant team of psychologists for competitive salary, advancement opportunities, diverse offender-focused work, and a commitment to your professional growth through training and mentoring. Elevate your career with us, where every skill meets endless possibilities. If you are passionate about using psychological approaches to achieve positive social outcomes that make our communities safer, apply now.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The salary range for the role is $83,286 - $133,370 per annum. Frontline Psychologists also have the ability to work towards additional allowances and allocated professional development funding. We may also offer flexible and/or part-time options for working hours. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. In addition to salary, you will be entitled to five weeks of annual leave after one year of service, increasing to six weeks after four years of continuous service.

Mō mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.

It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at [e-mail].

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

If you have any questions please contact: [e-mail]

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience.