Clinical Psychologist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to all New Zealanders. We are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to create a health system that is inclusive and equitable. Our team values diversity and inclusion, which enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. About the Role We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our team at the Awhi Matua Fraser McDonald Unit, located at Auckland City Hospital. This is a permanent part-time position, working 0.5 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) from Monday to Friday. In this role, you will provide expert psychological support to our whaiora (clients) and help facilitate care transitions between our inpatient unit, community teams, and other allied services, such as rest homes and private hospitals. You will also offer specialist consultation to our multidisciplinary team and play a vital role in delivering integrated, person-centered care that significantly impacts the lives of those we serve. About the Team/Service/Location The Awhi Matua Fraser McDonald Unit is a 15-bed acute admission unit that operates 24/7, providing specialist care to individuals experiencing acute mental illness or behavioral challenges associated with dementia. Our multidisciplinary team comprises Consultant Psychiatrists, Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Physiotherapists, Nurse Educators, Mental Health Assistants, a Team Administrator, Registrars, and House Officers, all collaborating to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care. For more information on living and working in Auckland, please refer to our resource on the topic. About You To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following requirements: - Be registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board with a Clinical Scope of Practice - Hold a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology (or a recognized equivalent) - Have recent, post-qualification experience in mental health (excluding student placements) - Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate - Possess a full, clean New Zealand driver's licence For the complete Position Description, please refer to the relevant link. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals in our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions regarding the role, please feel free to contact Jade Smith, Recruitment Consultant, at Jade.Smith@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may commence the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.