Psychology Intern

Details of the offer

Intern Psychologist (Health) – 12 months fixed term 0.8 FTE
Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth
We are offering an opportunity for a Health Psychology internship with our psychologists who work in adult physical health. The internship will be for a fixed term period of 12 months and will offer valuable learning opportunities in health psychology.
The successful candidate will receive appropriate supervision and opportunity to experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings delivering individual and group interventions.
There is a diverse range of clinical presentations with many people experiencing emotional health issues or behavioural responses that impact on their ability to manage their physical condition.
The successful candidate will:

Be enrolled with a New Zealand Psychologists Board approved Postgraduate Psychology Doctorate or Diploma
Have the support of appropriate academic professional(s) from the University
Be enthusiastic and keen to learn and experience new health environments

Psychology services for health at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki provide input to specialist teams including the persistent pain service, Diabetes Integrated Team, and cancer support service. General adult health psychology includes managing traumatic events (e.g. after a motor vehicle accident), chronic health conditions as well as considering the rehabilitation needs of those with chronic and life changing conditions, such as recovery after stroke.
Working in a smaller health district guarantees a wide range of experience. We have a small but friendly group of psychologists working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki across a range of specialties and typically have at least one other Intern working within mental health. Health psychology works within multi-disciplinary team settings and this role provides an opportunity to understand the complexity of health care and the importance of communication in enhancing recovery.
Taranaki is one of those magical places in the world where people come for a visit, and find they never want to leave. The wonderful natural environment with a majestic mountain at its heart, the rugged coastline world-renowned for its surf, great career opportunities, our love of art and culture, thriving cafés, and outdoor living mean it's a fantastic place to work, live and play.
For further information about the position, contact Dr Katharine Treves, Psychology Professional Lead, Email: ******
Applications Close 15 November, 2024

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