Clinical Psychologist-Tu Maia, Regional Youth Forensic Service

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Ready to take the next step?We encourage applications from Clinical Psychologists who are passionate about youth mental health and committed to making a positive impact.Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityTu Maia Regional Youth Forensics is seeking passionate and experienced Clinical Psychologists to join our specialist service.Are you a dedicated mental health professional with a heart for young people? Do you have a minimum of 2 years' experience working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and a desire to make a real impact?Tu Maia Youth Forensic Service is a leading provider of specialised mental health services for young people involved in the justice system. The Youth Forensic Service is dedicated to supporting the holistic well-being and rehabilitation of at-risk youth through evidence-based interventions and comprehensive mental health care.As a clinical psychologist-focused service, we prioritise the integration of psychological expertise into our programmes to address the multifaceted mental health needs of youth in forensic settings.By joining Tu Maia Youth Forensic Service as a Clinical Psychologist and Court Report Writer, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable youth, contribute to the development of innovative intervention strategies, and advocate for the mental health needs of young people within legal contexts.Ka aha Koe | What you'll do:Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including risk assessments for self-harm, harm to others, and vulnerability.Develop and implement individualised treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy and behavioural strategies.Prepare forensic reports, clearly communicating complex psychological concepts to legal professionals.Build strong therapeutic relationships with young people, taking into account their developmental stage, cultural background, and individual experiences.Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, lawyers, and law enforcement officers.Contribute to the ongoing development of our specialist service.Nga Pukenga Motuhake | Important SkillsYou will be a Registered Clinical Psychologist with a minimum of 2 years' experience in child and adolescent mental health service.You will have a strong understanding of child and adolescent development.You will be experienced in conducting assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions.You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.You will be a team player with a commitment to collaboration.Ko wai matou | Our OrganisationWe are Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland, providing health and disability services to more than half a million people living in central Auckland. Our main sites are Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre, and Starship Children's Hospital, located in central Auckland.We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing culturally safe care. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.He aha nga painga o tenei mahi mou | Why you will enjoy working hereWe recognise there is more to life than mahi | work, and we encourage and provide access to all our staff several services and benefits to support themselves whilst they are employed within Te Toka Tumai Auckland.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease submit your application online, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role.
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