Clinical Psychologist

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist
Location: Auckland City, New Zealand
Employer: Te Whatu Ora Auckland (Auckland District Health Board)
Job Type: Full-time
Visa: AEWV (Accredited Employer Work Visa), Green List

About the Role
Te Whetu Tawera is a mental health unit at Auckland City Hospital. We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join our team. You will work with a multidisciplinary group to assess, plan, and deliver psychological care to patients who are acutely unwell. The role involves brief interventions for patients in the hospital, including group work.

Key Responsibilities
Assessment and formulation: Conduct psychological assessments and create treatment plans
Psychological interventions: Provide brief treatments, such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
Group work: Facilitate therapeutic groups for patients
Bicultural commitment: Ensure that Māori patients receive culturally safe care and have equitable outcomes
Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care

Skills and Qualifications
Clinical Psychology Postgraduate Degree or equivalent
Current registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board, with a Clinical Scope of Practice
Experience in inpatient settings, including group work
Skills in CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based therapies
Neuro-psychological/Cognitive assessment skills are an advantage
A commitment to biculturalism and achieving equitable outcomes for Māori

Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here
You’ll be part of Te Whatu Ora Auckland, which provides health services to over half a million people in the Auckland area
Support for work-life balance and wellbeing
Opportunities for professional development and ongoing support
Access to health and disability services for you and your family
If you need an Immigration/Visa, we provide support with the work visa process

How to Apply
If you want to apply for this role, submit your application online. Include your experience and why you’re interested in this role. If you have any issues with the online process or need help with an accessible format, contact Reshma Amin at Reshma.Amin@tewhatuora.govt.nz or call +64 021574042.

Additional Information:
Green List role: This position is part of the critical Green List occupations for immigration, which means candidates who need a visa can receive support with their application.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi: We are committed to honoring the Treaty of Waitangi and providing culturally safe care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist with a focus on mental health to join a dedicated team in one of New Zealand’s top health organizations.