Psychologist - Palmerston North

Kumara Vine; Palmerston North; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Education in Palmerston North invites applications for a Psychologist to support Learning Support teams across the Manawatū region. You will conduct specialist assessments, collaborate with schools, educators, families and whānau to plan evidence-informed interventions that improve wellbeing and learning outcomes for children and young people.

We value culturally responsive practice, Te Ao Māori, and promoting tikanga and Te Reo Māori, with a full NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Masters-level qualification in psychology or equivalent.
• Post-graduate Diploma in Educational or Clinical Psychology required.
• NZ Psychologist Board registration or eligible for registration.
• Practising Certificate valid for practice in NZ.

Responsibilities

• Identify patterns affecting learning, wellbeing and behaviour.
• Collaborate with the child-focused team including educators and whānau.
• Provide in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for interventions.
• Facilitate access to wider services and support as needed.
• Offer professional guidance to schools, teachers and families.
• Enhance inclusive practices in schools and educational settings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Cultural capability

Education

Masters-level qualification

Post-graduate Diploma in Educational/Clinical Psychology

NZ Psychologist Board registration

Practising Certificate

Job description

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our 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.

Permanent Full time

Palmerston North office

As a Psychologist, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by:

• Identifying patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing andbehaviour.
• Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whānau, to enhance understanding about the child and their behaviours.
• Providing appropriate in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for collaborativelyplanned, evidence-informed interventions.
• Facilitating access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs.
• Providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and building the capacity of those who are best placed to support the learning of children and young people.
• Enhancing inclusive practices in schools and other educational settings.

Please note: Applications from affected kaimahi | employees will be given priority consideration.

A Masters-level tertiary qualification, Post-graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), New Zealand Psychologist Board registration, and a current Practicing Certificate.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse range of settings.

The ability to develop and interact effectively with people of other cultures focusing or relationship and recognising their identity, language and culture as a source of strength.

To demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori.

A full current NZ driver's licence is essential.

Learning Support is a critical part of the Ministry of Education. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.

Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, whānau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and Māori medium settings and other agencies to help maximize learning outcomes and promote social inclusion.

The Manawatū Learning support team are a strong, cohesive and collaborative team working in progressive and innovative ways. If you have always wanted to work in a transdisciplinary and highly supportive team environment, then this role would be the one for you.

We 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.