Regional Practice Lead - Psychology & Programmes

Department of Corrections NZ; Waikato; Hybrid; NZD 132,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Part-time hours option

Job summary

Department of Corrections NZ is seeking a Registered Psychologist for the role of Practice Manager Psychology and Programmes. The position reports to the Chief Psychologist and is based in the Waikato or Bay of Plenty region.

The role focuses on designing and delivering psychological and rehabilitative services while driving long-term strategy and continuous improvement. The successful applicant will lead regional initiatives, collaborate across psychology and programmes, and demonstrate Te

Qualifications

• Registered Psychologist with current practising certificate and eligibility for Step 7+.
• Experience delivering psychological services in a corrections setting is preferred.
• Ability to lead regional psychology and programmes initiatives.
• Strong collaboration with stakeholders and cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional practice leadership across psychology and programmes.
• Collaborate with Chief Psychologist and regional leaders to drive quality and improvement.
• Design and develop psychological and rehabilitative services regionally and nationally.
• Build strong working relationships across psychology, programmes and stakeholders.

Skills

Registered Psychologist

Corrections environment experience

Relationship and communication skills

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Education

Psychologist registration/licence

Job description

Department of Corrections NZ is seeking a Registered Psychologist for the role of Practice Manager Psychology and Programmes. The position reports to the Chief Psychologist and is based in the Waikato or Bay of Plenty region.

The role focuses on designing and delivering psychological and rehabilitative services while driving long-term strategy and continuous improvement. The successful applicant will lead regional initiatives, collaborate across psychology and programmes, and demonstrate Te