Psychologist - CAMHS

New Zealand Government; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a skilled Psychologist for the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) at Taranaki Base Hospital. This role is vital to support children and young people experiencing mental health challenges. Responsibilities include assessments, client-centred care, and teamwork with health professionals.

The ideal candidate will have a current Practicing Certificate and strong interpersonal skills, with flexibility to work both autonomously and collaboratively. This is a chance to make a meaningful difference in the community of Taranaki.

Qualifications

• Psychologist with a current Practicing Certificate based in New Plymouth.
• Experience within specialist Child & Adolescent Mental Health preferred.
• Understanding and application of Treaty of Waitangi principles.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and formulations with children and their whanau.
• Provide client-centred care using evidence-based therapies.
• Coordinate care with input from the wider team and external providers.

Skills

Passion for Mental Health & Addictions

Exceptional interpersonal & communication skills

Experience in neurodevelopmental assessment

Excellent assessment skills

Flexibility to work autonomously

Education

Psychologist with current Practicing Certificate

Job description

Overview

Psychologist CAMHSTaranaki Base Hospital Permanent full time or part time roles 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

Our Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) team is currently looking for a skilled Psychologist, passionate to make a difference in the lives of children and young people experiencing mental health and behavioural difficulties. This role is vital to the mental health of our children and young people across Taranaki as you will be supporting them through their journey along with their whanau. This role will be working within the community and within our integrated model of care. There will be opportunities and support for professional development and ongoing role development. The team works with children and young people 0-18 years of age and has close links with other child health staff including Paediatricians, inpatient facility staff and Non-Government Organisations. The role has the following responsibilities: Undertake assessments, formulations and goal planning with children, young people and their whanau; Provides client-centred care, utilising evidence-based therapies and strategies; Coordinate care at the right time with input from the wider team and external providers; Providing Psychology consultancy and support to the wider team. Please click here to view the position description.

About the Team/Service/ Location

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About you

We are looking for: Psychologist with current Practicing Certificate based in New Plymouth with travel to South Taranaki required. Passion for Mental Health & Addictions, exceptional interpersonal & communication skills. Experience and confidence in neurodevelopmental assessment. Experience within specialist Child & Adolescent Mental Health preferred. Excellent assessment, communication & relationship building skills. Flexibility to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Understanding and application of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, with a culturally safe and appropriate approach to practice.

Working at 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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ross Ekdahl on email: [e-mail]. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.