Take the next step in your career with this leadership opportunity as Assistant Manager of Psychological Services at Auckland Prison. Make a meaningful contribution to positively impacting lives and fostering a safer community. Lead a team that values continuous improvement, innovation, creativity and professionalism. About the role As the Assistant Manager Psychological Services for Auckland Prison, you will lead a specialised team committed to reducing re-offending and enhancing community well-being. Your role involves ensuring the consistent delivery of quality psychological and clinical services aligned with policy standards. Embrace a culture of improvement, where your expertise shapes emerging best practices while upholding ethical standards. This unique opportunity not only offers a competitive salary but also welcomes you into a supportive team culture. Join us in leading a team of dedicated psychologists, making a positive impact on lives and fostering a safer community. About you We're in search of an inspiring Assistant Manager of Psychological Services with strong leadership, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Your adaptability, integrity and problem-solving skills will be key in ensuring clinical excellence and addressing dynamic challenges. Bring your passion for positive impact and join us in creating a growth-oriented team culture that values community well-being. Salary The full salary range is $125,985 - $146,297. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. About us Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi. It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whanau. How to apply If you have any questions please contact: Tom Nicholas at To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this. To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. Applications close on: Tuesday 15th October. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at #J-18808-Ljbffr