Clinical Psychologist (Child Development Service)

Location: Puketiro Centre, Porirua Contract: Permanent, Part Time (0.8 FTE / 32 hours per week) Salary: Apex MECA up to step 7 ($85,000 - $115,000) About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We are focused on building an integrated health system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence. About the Role We are seeking a clinical psychologist to join our Child Development Service on a permanent part-time basis (0.8 FTE, 32 hours per week). As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will provide specialist developmental assessments—including cognitive and neuropsychological assessments, as well as assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder—and interventions. Our holistic approach aims to enable children with disabilities to achieve their maximum potential within their families and broader environments. Collaboration is essential in this role, as you will work closely with medical and allied health professionals. While the position is primarily based at the Puketiro Centre in Porirua, the successful applicant must be available to work at all Child Development sites across the region, from Wellington to Kapiti. About the Team/Service/Location The Child Development team consists of dedicated allied health professionals committed to a transdisciplinary model of care. We employ a holistic approach, enabling children to reach their full potential while considering their family and community contexts. Our team includes Speech Language Therapists, Visiting Neurodevelopmental Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Clinical Psychologists, Developmental Paediatricians, a Social Worker, a Clinical Pathway Coordinator, and an ASD Coordinator, supported by a small team of administrative staff. About You The ideal candidate will have strong collaborative and supportive skills to ensure the provision of appropriate assessment and treatment. Excellent clinical skills and comfort with assessments are essential for this role. You should be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships within the team. Candidates must hold current registration with the Psychologists Board, possess a clinical psychologist scope of practice, and have an Annual Practicing Certificate. Experience working with children and families, particularly in the field of disability, is advantageous. The ability to conduct neuropsychological assessments is essential. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we believe in the importance of wellness and are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our workforce is central to our mission, and we are committed to being good employers while honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We value diversity and encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. A diverse and inclusive workforce enhances our ability to understand and serve our community. We are particularly focused on pro-equity health initiatives for Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply, please visit our online careers portal and submit your application by 27 July. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to Philip Adamson at Philip.Adamson@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this posting.