Psychologist Child Health

4 months ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

**Part time (0.6FTE) Permanent 24 hour per week vacancy**:

- ** Join a multidisciplinary team who are supportive and proud of the work we do**:

- ** You must be a New Zealand registered Psychologist with a current APC**

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**
The Children - s Haematology and Oncology Centre (CHOC) at Christchurch Hospital is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of tamariki/ children and young people with cancer and haematological conditions, from the South Island and Lower part of the North Island.

CHOC is one of New Zealand's two specialist treatment centres for childhood cancer, alongside Starship Hospital. Located on the Christchurch Campus, we offer comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents diagnosed with cancer. Our facility includes 11 in-patient beds, each with an ensuite, and a Day Stay area for continued treatment, supportive care, and check-ups. We are a large multidisciplinary team, including paediatric oncologists, registrars, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, dietitians, social workers, pharmacists, researchers, and psychologists, all dedicated to providing holistic care.

We are looking to welcome an experienced Psychologist, to join our team on a Permanent (0.6FTE) 24 hour per week basis.

**Ko wai koe | About You**

As a Psychologist at CHOC, you will play a crucial role in supporting the psychological wellbeing of tamariki and adolescents undergoing cancer treatment. Your work will focus on helping young patients and their families cope with the emotional and psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis. This role involves a blend of clinical practice, staff support, and multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring a holistic approach to care.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide psychological support to young cancer patients and their families.
- Conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions.
- Work closely with our medical team to ensure well-rounded care.
- Educate and support CHOC staff on the psychological needs of our patients.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako **| **Skills and Experience**

**It is essential that you have**:

- Registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board with a current Annual Practising Certificate.
- Membership in a professional psychological organisation (NZCCP and/or NZPsS).
- Strong background in health psychology theory and principles.
- Experience working with children and families dealing with significant emotional stress, particularly in a healthcare setting.

**Desired Experience**:

- At least 5 years - experience as a psychologist, with senior-level experience preferred.
- Experience in supervising other psychologists and/or healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrated commitment to biculturalism and working with culturally diverse individuals.
- Expertise in service implementation and development within a healthcare setting.

**Mō mātou | About Us**
- Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi_ - _Putting people at the heart of all we do - _

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, leads the day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.

Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.

**Ngā** **hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand**

When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi/staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses.

We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you

Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand.

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