New Zealand Government – Invercargill, South Island
Combined Mental Health Service, Invercargill
Salary band - $85,000 - $130,000 p.a , pro-rata, Kiwisaver, free on-site parking
Permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE), 32 hours per week
Competitive salary, discounted health insurance, free parking
Join a supportive and high performing multi-disciplinary team
Mo te turanga - About the role
Provide outpatient clinics and outreach services to people living in Invercargill and the wider Southland area
Work within an innovative service, with an integrated model of care across community and inpatient settings
Apply your experience to provide optimal assessment, treatment, and psychotherapy for those experiencing moderate to severe psychological distress
Apply diagnostics, formulation, treatment planning and cognitive therapy skills alongside our multi-disciplinary team
Provide follow-up to clients through a key worker/case manager system
Assist in the support and mentoring of intern psychologists
Minimum Requirements
Motivated team player with exceptional communication and time management skills
Previous demonstrated experience of working with adult patients with mental illness in a community setting
Current registration with the NZ Psychologists board and a current Annual Practicing certificate with a Clinical Scope of Practice
Thrive in a busy and diverse working environment, with the ability to work well in stressful situations
Demonstrated commitment to clinical and professional development, including continuous learning and updating of skills and knowledge
Utu whanui - Salary range
This role belongs to the DHBs/APEX Psychologists Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($85,000 p.a) and Step 10 ($130,000 p.a pro rata).
Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.
For further information please contact James Boyd, Recruitment Advisor, ******
All conversations will be confidential in nature.
In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:
Occupational health assessment
Police vetting/ Ministry of Justice safety checks
Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)
To apply
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/
#J-18808-Ljbffr