Clinical Psychologist - Mental Health Older Adults

About the Company At Te Whatu Ora Waitemata, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals over the age of 65 who are facing mental health challenges and cognitive changes. Our team at MHSOA is committed to delivering compassionate care to the culturally diverse communities of West Auckland. About the Role We are currently seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our cohesive and well-functioning multidisciplinary community team. This part-time position offers 0.9 FTE, equating to 72 hours per fortnight, and is based at Waitakere Hospital, with working hours from Monday to Friday. As a Clinical Psychologist in our team, you will play a vital role in engaging in various activities, including: - Conducting psychological and neuropsychological assessments - Implementing evidence-based interventions and therapy modalities - Performing specialist mental health assessments and safety planning - Coordinating care for clients receiving psychological interventions This role provides an excellent opportunity to enhance and expand your clinical skills across a range of psychological interventions, including neuropsychological assessments, all within a supportive work environment. Under the APEX collective contract, psychologists are entitled to receive up to $2,500 annually for Continuing Professional Development, which can be accumulated over two years for a total of $5,000. This funding can be used to attend international conferences, engage in multiple workshops, or purchase books and subscriptions. Requirements To be considered for this permanent position, applicants must hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC). To learn more about this position, please refer to the job description available through our online portal. Benefits We are proud to serve diverse communities and are committed to achieving health equity, particularly for our Māori and Pacific communities. Our focus is on supporting and developing a workforce capable of delivering exceptional, compassionate, and connected care. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds who share our values and possess the necessary skills to apply. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application online, quoting reference number WDHB19262. For further information about the position, feel free to contact Karyn Murphy, Team Manager, at 486 8900 x 42805. For inquiries regarding the recruitment process, please reach out to Abigail Sana Matic, Recruitment Consultant, via email. Join us at Waitemata DHB, where we believe that everyone matters—staff, patients, and our community. Apply now to be a part of our mission.