Psychology Internship or Placement

1 month ago


Auckland City, New Zealand IHC New Zealand Full time

Fixed term for 12 months
- 80 hours per fortnight (part time hours may be considered)
- Flexible location - IDEA Services office

Starting a career in psychology can be challenging, but IDEA Services offers a unique opportunity to gain supervised experience in forensic rehabilitation or residential support. Join us for a 12-month placement where you'll develop your clinical skills and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex needs.

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

IDEA Services provides residential services for people with intellectual disabilities who require a level of care and want to live in a supportive community. Our services support people with intellectual disabilities to gain independence, be supported in making their own choices, be valued members of their community, and live a fulfilling life.

You'll provide clinical support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, fostering community integration and independence. Over the course of this 12-month fixed-term contract, you will gain valuable experience working in the disability sector, supporting adults with intellectual disabilities from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. In this role, you'll provide high-quality clinical support, helping clients lead fulfilling lives within a supportive residential setting.

This will include:

- Assessing clients (under clinical supervision / managerial discretion) to identify the client's risks, needs and goals.
- Developing and implementing focused pieces of work to address specific behaviours / support needs as directed.
- Monitoring and evaluating these interventions to ensure they are effectively meeting clients' goals and promoting their well-being.

**Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?**

You will receive:

- Mentorship and clinical supervision to support ongoing development
- Assistance with meeting requirements for psychology internship
- Continuing professional development opportunities
- Work life balance and flexibility
- Fully funded Annual Practice Certificate (APC)

**Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring**
- An interest in working in the Health and Disability sector. Previous experience working in Health and Disability would be a bonus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience
- Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals, being open-minded and non-judgmental in your approach
- Have a full NZ drivers' licence

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**
- your relevant academic and practical experience
- your level of completed study and proposed pathway to registration

**Mō mātou | About us**

IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
**Rickardt van Dyk - National Senior Psychologist**
**0273033089**

**Job Details**:

- Reference #
31002- Posted on
05 Nov 2024- Closes on
19 Nov 2024 23:55- Location(s)
Auckland, North Shore, West / Central, South East / Cornwall, Counties, Wellington, Wellington Central, Hutt Valley, Horowhenua / Kapiti / Mana, Wairarapa, North Island, Northland, Whangarei, Hamilton, Waikato King Country, Tauranga, Rotorua / Taupo / Bay of Plenty, Gisborne / Wairoa, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatu / Rangitikei, South Island, Nelson / Marlborough, Buller / Westland, Christchurch / Canterbury, Ashburton / South Canterbury, North Otago, Otago / Clutha, Southland / Gore- Expertise
Caregiving and Disability Support, Healthcare- Job level(s)
Graduate (have qualifications only), 1-3 years experience- Work type(s)
Fixed term full-time



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