Psychologist IWS

New Zealand Government Joba; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 96,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

New Zealand Government Joba in Wellington is seeking a Te Kahu Toi IWS Psychologist (0.8 FTE Permanent) to assess and support young people and families through wraparound practice, delivering evidence-based interventions within a multi‑disciplinary team.

You will identify factors affecting learning, wellbeing and development, provide ongoing assessment, support teachers and families, and monitor outcomes with data to inform decisions.

Qualifications

• Be a New Zealand Registered Psychologist under the HPCA Act with current practicing certificate.
• Ability to work in multi-agency, trans-disciplinary settings where the child/youth is central.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; experience with children and families.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga.

Responsibilities

• Identify patterns influencing learning, wellbeing and development.
• Contribute to strength-based collaborative team processes.
• Provide ongoing, individualized psychological assessment and intervention.
• Support others to apply evidence-informed practice and monitor outcomes.

Skills

NZ Registered Psychologist

Multi-agency collaboration

Communication skills

Child and family engagement

Te Tiriti o Waitangi awareness

Public Service Standards

Job description

Help shape the future of education in New ZealandHelp shape the future of EducationWe work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomesOur organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.About this role | Mo tenei turangaAs Te Kahu Toi IWS Psychologist (0.8 FTE Permanent) you will work as part of a team to understand the underlying needs of the young person and family and implement evidence-based interventions in your areas of expertise. More specifically, you:Identify patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing and development.Contribute to strength based collaborative team processes to meet the young person's underlying needs.Provide ongoing, individualized, and dynamic psychological assessment and intervention.Support all those around the child to use evidence informed practice.Monitor implementation effectiveness by supporting data collection and informed decision making.Salary range: $96,215.00 - $116,816.00 per annum plus KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.About you | Mohou akeTo be successful you will need;To be a New Zealand Registered Psychologist under the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act and hold a current practicing certificate.Ability to contribute your specialist skills within multi-agency, trans-disciplinary settings where the child/youth are at the centre of everything you do.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAn ability to work effectively with children, young people and their families, teachers and other professionals across a diverse range of settingsThe ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatangaThe ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.Using wraparound as an evidenced framework, you will change the everyday practice of families, teachers and others that nurture tamariki. You will receive initial and ongoing training in wraparound practice, comprehensive practice support, supervision, and opportunities for professional development to continue to develop skills in relevant areas of expertise and interest.Our colleagues tell us they value the following.The ability to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and their whanau and contribute to system wide change is a huge plus.The Ministry offers a strong community of practice and support, so I never feel isolated or alone.I really value the ability to work closely with specialists from other disciplines. It enhances my own practice and thinking.About our group and team | Matau ropu akeTe Kahu Toi Intensive Wraparound Service Taranaki to Wellington serve clients referred by RTLB or Learning Support practitioners. You will be part of a team of Te Kahu Toi Psychologists and Facilitators that provide comprehensive, evidence-based interventions to support children/young people with challenging behaviour, socio-emotional difficulties and complex learning needs across a range of contexts. The team works collaboratively with children/young people, parents/caregivers and family/whanau, schools, agencies, and local communities to develop and implement comprehensive ecological wraparound plans.The priority for these plans is for the child/youth to achieve success at home, school and in their local community. For information about the Intensive Wraparound Service please refer to Te Kahu Toi Intensive Wraparound Service - Ministry of EducationAre you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi?If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the `apply' button. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share. We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.For further information, please contact Lisa Parker, Te Kahu Toi Service Manager at [e-mail] close Midnight - 25 September, 2026We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.