Registered Psychologist

Sonder.io; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Auckland is seeking a Psychologist to offer virtual, evidence-based support to clients. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, managing patients remotely, and tailoring care approaches. Desired candidates should have 3+ years of clinical experience, be adaptable in a dynamic workplace, and hold valid registration as a psychologist in New Zealand. The company offers a hybrid work environment and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Free access to health and wellbeing app

Paid parental leave

Annual wellness stipend

Team social fund

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience with evidence-based care.
• Experience providing mental health intervention in a virtual setting.
• Ability to manage patient risk remotely and refer appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term, solution-focused intervention through virtual settings.
• Deliver evidence-based psychological assessments and treatment plans.
• Use clinical screening tools for assessment and outcome measurement.

Skills

Clinical experience

Mental health intervention

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Adaptability

Understanding of Māori models of health

Education

Tertiary qualification in relevant discipline

Valid registration with the NZ psychology board

Job description

Overview

At Sonder, we believe that every person deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to be at their best - wherever they are. We’re redefining workplace health, safety, and wellbeing through technology and human expertise. Sonder’s mobile platform provides 24/7, real-time support from a dedicated team of safety, medical, and mental health professionals, ensuring members receive immediate care when they need it most. In critical situations, we offer on-the-ground assistance to manage time-sensitive incidents. By harnessing real-time insights, we enable organisations to take proactive steps toward a healthier, safer future with tangible bottom-line outcomes.

An Exciting Time to Join Sonder!

Since our founding in 2017, Sonder has grown rapidly across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Backed by leading venture capital firms, we are well-capitalised and on a mission to scale globally, partnering with corporations, educational institutions, and government agencies to transform workplace wellbeing at scale. Our impact and scale include 1,000,000+ members across multiple countries and 200+ team members, plus an extensive network of on-the-ground responders.

About the role

Reporting into the Practice Manager, you’ll provide short-term, solution-focused intervention to Sonder Members through a virtual setting, assisting members at various points in their mental health journey and across a range of presentations including anxiety, mood disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, workplace or university distress, interpersonal conflict, trauma, sexuality and gender identity.

You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team including Registered Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Registered Nurses, on-call GPs and support coordinators, supported by governance and leadership with experience in acute care, community services and organisational well-being.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing short-term, solution-focused intervention
• Delivering evidence-based psychological assessment, clinical formulation, treatment planning and delivery in multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities
• Using a collaborative person-centered approach to identify achievable treatment goals with our members
• Using clinical screening tools to assist in the assessment, progression and outcome measurement of clinical services delivered
• Contributing your expertise to a multi-disciplinary team committed to health outcomes
• Working within a stepped care model which supports you to work within and grow your professional boundaries

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate is passionate, self-motivated, and takes pride in producing high-quality work daily. Above all, you will embody the Sonder values and enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace.

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience including evidence-based, person-centered and recovery-focused formulation, treatment planning and delivery
• Experience providing mental health intervention in a virtual and high-volume setting
• Ability to manage patient risk remotely, and understand how and where to appropriately refer
• Multidisciplinary case collaboration and dual stakeholder management
• Experience with diverse presentations and diagnostic clusters across a diverse patient cohort
• Previous experience in short-term & solution-focused care
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary health teams
• Adaptable to change and capable of thriving in a dynamic environment
• Flexible in approach, tailoring therapeutic methods to member needs
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and principles of partnership in mental health care
• Knowledge of Māori models of health (e.g., Te Whare Tapa Whā) is an advantage
• Tertiary qualification in the relevant discipline and eligibility for membership of an appropriate professional association in New Zealand
• Valid registration with the NZ psychology board permitting registration as a Psychologist

Why join Sonder?

We thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with a strong commitment to our people. Our team is collaborative, vibrant, and dedicated to making a real impact on people’s lives every day.

• Hybrid and flexible working environment with in-office collaboration and remote options
• Free access to the Sonder app for you and your family, offering 24/7 on-demand health, wellbeing, and safety support
• Paid parental leave with return-to-work policy (12 weeks Primary Carers, 4 weeks Secondary Carers; Primary Carers return to work at 80% for the first 3 months)
• Annual wellness stipend of $250 to fund wellbeing needs
• Free coffee on Tuesdays and catered lunches on Thursdays
• Team social fund and monthly company-wide events
• Dog-friendly office
• Volunteer leave (2 days per year) for community involvement

Equal opportunity employer statement included here to reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to safeguarding that our hiring decisions are based on merit, capability, and alignment with the role.

Due to the nature of our industry, all Sonder employees are required to complete a National Police Check.

Additional notes

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