Psychology Intern Coordinator

Location: Porirua – Learning and Development Team MHAIDS

Contract: Permanent 0.5FTE

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

The Psychology Intern Coordinator will lead the psychology intern programme across the Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS). This dynamic and varied role requires you to work closely with the stakeholders throughout the sub-region ensure the successful running of the programme.  You will work alongside the wider team to select, place and support the interns who are employed as part of the programme. This exciting role provides the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary collaborative environment to positively impact on health outcomes of people and communities in our region.

About the Team/Service/Location 

MHAIDS is committed to continuous learning and development for all our staff.  The MHAIDS Learning and Development team organises, coordinates, develops and delivers a wide range of programmes and learning activities to support workforce capability and to meet sector goals and requirements across the greater Wellington, Hutt and Wairarapa region. This role will be based in the Learning and Development team and work alongside the other programme coordinators who support the growth and development of the mental health and addiction workforce.

About you 

The role requires the successful candidate to be;

• an experienced clinical psychologist (at least 5 years’ experience), with current APC
• Hold a full clean driver’s license
• have proven supervision skills as you will be providing supervision to interns
• committed to excellence in mental health practice and the development of others
• an excellent communicator who can forge strong relationships with stakeholders

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Megan Owens – megan.owens@tewhatuora.govt.co.nz

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

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