Clinical Psychologist for Nga Taiohi, Youth Forensic Unit

Location: Kenepuru Hospital 

Contract: Permanent, Full or Part Time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist for Nga Taiohi the National Youth Forensic Inpatient Service. Nga Taiohi is a modern purpose-built unit with 10 beds located on the Keneperu Hospital campus which provides a secure inpatient service for youth offenders with mental health and/or alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. It is co-located alongside the existing Youth Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit (Rangatahi) and the Youth Intellectual Disability (ID) Inpatient Unit (Hikitia Te Wairua) in the Centre of Excellence at Kenepuru Hospital, Porirua. 

The Clinical Psychologist will be responsible for facilitating and delivering a range of psychological services for the rangatahi and their families.  The scope includes assessment, brief interventions with the rangatahi and their families and consultancy with other services. Additionally, the role serves to support the development and function of the team and includes case consultation, staff training and supervision, leadership and involvement in service development activities such as research and evaluation-related activities. It may also occasionally include the preparation of reports for the Youth Courts. 

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team are dedicated and enthusiastic about delivering high quality health care to the rangatahi. We provide a dynamic and supportive Multi-Disciplinary Team approach within a bi-cultural model of care. We offer the potential for flexible hours and employment on either a part or full time basis.  We provide excellent training and staff development opportunities.

About you

The successful applicant will have:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Psychology and Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology or equivalent.
• Registration with NZ Psychologist Board, with Clinical Psychology Vocational Scope of Practice.
• Current annual practising certificate.
• Experience in working with young people and or forensic experience preferred, but not essential.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse 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 by 9th June If you have any questions about the role, please contact Marianne.Lovgren@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.