Clinical Psychologist - Horowhenua Locality Mental Health & AddictionsOur OrganisationTe Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) is part of Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand and provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.The OpportunityThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist to join the Mental Health and Addictions Service – Te Matapuna o te Ora at MidCentral. This is a full-time permanent position of 40 hours per week.The Horowhenua Community Mental Health Service provides assessment and treatment within a recovery framework to those experiencing moderate to serious mental health and/or addiction difficulties. The role will sit in the Horowhenua Locality (Levin catchment area). The service is delivered in line with national and international best practice principles. Key tasks for this position will include undertaking psychological assessments and interventions with adults experiencing moderate to serious mental health and/or addiction needs in the community, including supporting transition to community-based care.Minimum RequirementsThe applicant must have a recognised qualification, registration, relevant experience in the mental health field, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and willingness to run groups and co-work extensively in a multi-disciplinary team setting.Why Join UsEmploying over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools, and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city, and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challengedA professional and supportive culture and team settingFulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle optionsTailored wellness programmesHow to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal.For more information – Please contact Maree Loynes, Recruitment Specialist (Allied Health) on 0273841708 or Email ****** are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date.We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations, and accessibility needs. MidCentral actively seeks Maori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve. Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.Job DetailsJob Reference: KHJ/VID6225Location: North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - LevinJob Type: Permanent Full timeExpertise: Clinical - Mental Health - Clinical Psychologist
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