Clinical Psychologist - CAMHS
Vacancy No: TAR05606
Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki
Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community
Te Kaupapa – Mission
Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community.
Taranaki - A place like no other
Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks, art trails, festivals, and award-winning museums and galleries.
E pa ana ki a tatou - About us
At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
Access to clinical training and education
Up to date facilities
Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
Professional development
Korero mo te turanga - About the role
Our Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) team is currently looking for a skilled Psychologist, passionate to make a difference in the lives of children and young people experiencing mental health and behavioural difficulties. This role is vital to the mental health of our children and young people across Taranaki.
The role has the following responsibilities:
Undertake assessments, formulations and goal planning with children, young people and their whanau
Provide client-centred care, utilising evidence-based therapies and strategies
Coordinate care at the right time with input from the wider team and external providers
Provide Psychology consultancy and support to the wider team
Mou - About you
We are looking for:
Temporary fixed-term Clinical Psychologist with current Practicing Certificate based in New Plymouth with travel to South Taranaki required.
Passion for Mental Health & Addictions, exceptional interpersonal & communication skills.
Experience and confidence undertaking neuropsychological assessments and interpretation.
Experience within specialist Child & Adolescent Mental Health preferred
Excellent assessment, communication & relationship building skills
Flexibility to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Understanding and application of the principles of the treaty of Waitangi, with a culturally safe approach to practice
If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.
For further information, please contact Ross Ekdahl on Email: ******
Applications Close 01 October 2024
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together, we will succeed
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