Community - Clinical Psychologist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to the people of New Zealand. We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Our workforce is diverse and inclusive, allowing us to better understand and meet the needs of our community. We encourage applications from diverse groups, including Māori, Pacific peoples, individuals with disabilities, and members of the rainbow community. About the Role We are currently seeking a registered Clinical Psychologist in New Zealand who holds a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC). This full-time, permanent position involves working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. In this role, you will focus on providing psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions using evidence-based best practice principles, particularly for older adults. You will work directly with Tangata Whaiora, delivering psychological assessments and treatments. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to offer specialized consultations to colleagues and develop non-pharmacological care or management plans for Tangata Whaiora presenting with severe behavioral challenges. Collaboration is key, as you will work closely with the wider team to design care plans and advocate for the goals of Tangata Whaiora. You will also promote positive risk-taking and coordinate efforts to help individuals live well while building sustainable natural supports outside of specialist mental health and addiction services when possible. This role includes a case management component, and you will participate in an Urgent Clinician roster. As this is a community-based role, a full and clean driver's license is required. About the Team/Service/Location You will be joining the Awhi Matua Community Mental Health Team, which serves the central Auckland population of adults over 65 who are experiencing acute mental health challenges or behavioral difficulties associated with dementia. Our team supports individuals from acute crisis presentations through to continuing care. We are located at the Greenlane Clinical Centre, conveniently situated next to Cornwall Park in Epsom, Central Auckland. About You You will be part of a team that embodies the following principles: - Person-centered care - Recovery orientation - Equity focus - Social inclusivity To thrive in this position, you should possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with multiple stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate will also have: - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Adaptability and interpersonal effectiveness - Excellent time management and prioritization abilities - Strong organizational skills For more information about this role, please contact our hiring manager, Joseph Liou, at Jliou@adhb.govt.nz. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to our communities. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances our ability to serve effectively. We welcome applications from a broad range of candidates, including those from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions regarding this role, please reach out to Jade Smith, Recruitment Consultant, at jade.smith@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.