Psychologist - North Community Mental Health

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and focuses on developing a health system that serves all New Zealanders. We strive to ensure excellent healthcare for our communities and embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the populations we serve. About the Role We are seeking a Psychologist to join our Community Mental Health Team at Taranaki Base Hospital in a permanent, full-time capacity (80 hours per fortnight). In this role, you will be an integral member of our multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include conducting psychological assessments, providing psychotherapy, facilitating therapeutic groups, and offering supervision and training to team members. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to deliver inpatient mental health services and participate in crisis intervention. About the Team/Service/Location Our team consists of Psychologists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Support Workers, Nurses, and Psychiatrists. Most of your work will take place in a hospital setting, with occasional opportunities for community engagement. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and supportive environment where our team members can thrive. Upon joining us, you will benefit from a comprehensive orientation process that familiarizes you with our service and the broader mental health sector in Taranaki. For more information on living and working in Taranaki, please visit our website. About You The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes: - A current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) in New Zealand - Experience and passion for working with individuals experiencing significant mental health distress - Strong assessment skills, particularly in conducting neuropsychological assessments and interpretations - Proficient therapeutic skills and knowledge of a variety of therapeutic modalities - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to build relationships - Flexibility to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, providing clinical leadership and supervision - An understanding of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a culturally safe approach to practice - Enthusiasm for embracing new ideas and innovative thinking in service delivery Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We welcome applications from individuals representing our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities, as we believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the 'apply now' button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Wednesday, 18 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ross Ekdahl, Manager of Community Mental Health and Addictions Services, at ross.ekdahl@tdhb.org.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.