Clinical Psychologist - Adolescent Mental Health

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare services to the people of New Zealand. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which allows us to better understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are currently seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our Adolescent Mental Health Team in Tauranga. In this permanent full-time position, you will have the opportunity to work with Rangatahi aged 13 to 18 years and their whanau. As part of our multi-disciplinary team, you will collaborate with psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and psychiatrists to provide comprehensive support. Your responsibilities will include conducting psychological assessments, formulating diagnoses, and providing therapeutic interventions for children within our service. Our approach includes a well-defined pathway for psychological intervention, addressing a variety of challenges such as trauma, mental health issues, and neurodevelopmental disorders. We also offer opportunities for professional development through hospital-wide forums for psychologists and psychiatrists. Our commitment to implementing high-standard therapeutic models includes essential training and ongoing supervision to support our staff in their professional growth. About You To be a successful candidate for this role, you will need to meet the following requirements: - Be a New Zealand Registered Clinical Psychologist. - Have completed postgraduate training in clinical psychology, along with other relevant qualifications. - Possess experience in psychological assessments for children and adolescents presenting with diverse mental health conditions, including trauma and attachment difficulties, as well as neurodevelopmental disorders. - Demonstrate expertise in complex formulation and treatment planning. - Exhibit competence in trauma-informed practices. - Show proficiency in working with neurodivergent individuals. - Uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in your practice. Benefits Working with us at Health New Zealand means joining a team that is committed to providing high-quality healthcare while valuing diversity and inclusion. We offer ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support your career growth. How to Apply If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, please submit your application through our online careers portal by Wednesday, 18th June. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to Katrina Hughes at katrina.hughes@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date. We look forward to receiving your application.