Registered Psychologist - Child Health

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau; Northland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Were looking for a Registered Psychologist to work in our Child Health Service in Te Tai Tokerau. This role will provide efficient and effective services within the Child Health Service.

As the Psychologist, you will provide a high standard of clinical practice to provide support for children and young people (up to 16 years) who are neurodiverse or have developmental, cognitive or health based needs.You will join a multi-disciplinary team within a supportive and welcoming environment, based

Qualifications

• Registered Psychologist with the NZ Psychologists Board, or equivalent.
• Clinical experience with children and adolescents.
• Proficient in evidence-based practice.
• Full NZ Drivers Licence.
• Motivated and culturally appropriate service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and effective services within the Child Health Service.
• Deliver high-quality clinical practice to support children and young people up to age 16 with neurodevelopmental or health-related needs.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team and travel across the Northland region.

Skills

Clinical experience

Evidence-based practice

NZ Drivers Licence

Education

NZ Psychologists Board registration

Job description

Based in Whangarei, Northland2x permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) and part-time positions (0.8FTE) available, working 32 or 40 hours per week between Monday and FridayBe part of a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team environmentHealth 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

Were looking for a Registered Psychologist to work in our Child Health Service in Te Tai Tokerau. This role will provide efficient and effective services within the Child Health Service. As the Psychologist, you will provide a high standard of clinical practice to provide support for children and young people (up to 16 years) who are neurodiverse or have developmental, cognitive or health based needs.You will join a multi-disciplinary team within a supportive and welcoming environment, based off-site from the main hospital. Our collaborative culture focuses on building strong, meaningful working relationships. Travel across the region is required.Click here to view the position description.

About the Service and Location

We are a region-wide service operating across Northland, committed to providing exceptional Child Health Services to communities throughout the area. We are dedicated to addressing health inequities for Māori and creating a positive impact on the lives of children. Our Psychology Service offers diagnostic assessments for children with neurodevelopmental conditions and therapeutic support for those affected by chronic health issues impacting their development and wellbeing. We highly value teamwork and appreciate the unique contributions of each team member in enhancing the patient journey.For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

• Registered Psychologist with the NZ Psychologists Board, or equivalent
• Clinical experience with children and adolescents
• Proficient in evidence-based practice
• Full NZ Drivers Licence
• Motivated and committed to providing comprehensive, culturally appropriate services

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.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11th November 2026.