Clinical Psychologist

About the Company Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, part of Nga Harakeke mai Rongokako Child, Adolescent and Family Services, is committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to create a health system that serves all New Zealanders, ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare. About the Role We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our Child, Adolescent, and Family Services (CAFS) on a permanent part-time basis, working 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE). In this role, you will provide specialized psychological assessments, interventions, and consultations for tamariki, rangatahi, and their whanau. You will utilize evidence-based therapies, including both individual and group interventions, while also contributing to various service improvement initiatives. This position allows you to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team focused on enhancing mental health and wellbeing for young people throughout Hawkes Bay. Additionally, you will be instrumental in promoting culturally safe practices and ensuring high standards of care in a supportive and dynamic environment. About the Team/Service/Location Our team, Nga Harakeke mai Rongokako Child, Adolescent and Family Services, is based at the Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital. We work closely with whanau, schools, and community organizations to provide holistic, family-centered mental health and addiction services for the youth we serve. Hawkes Bay is known for its excellent work-life balance, featuring beautiful beaches, outdoor activities, top-notch schools, nearby mountains for skiing, and a vibrant culinary scene, including stunning wineries and lively cities. We encourage you to explore what Hawkes Bay has to offer. About You As a Clinical Psychologist, you will possess the following qualifications and attributes: - A Master’s Degree in Psychology, including a practicum or internship approved by the New Zealand Psychologists Board. - Registration under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act, with a current practicing certificate. - Clinical experience in child and adolescent mental health and addictions. - Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity. - The ability to deliver or a willingness to train in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). 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 value a diverse and inclusive workforce, which enables us to better understand and serve our community. We warmly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To review the position profile, please visit our careers portal. To submit your application, click on the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online portal. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Dawn Tyler via email at dawn.tyler@hbdhb.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.