Psychologist - Child Development Service (Fixed

13 hours ago

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

**Location**: Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital
**Service/Department**: Child Development Service, Developmental Assessment Team (DAP)
**Contract**: Fixed Term, Up to 40 hours per fortnight (maternity leave cover for up to 12 months)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

**About the Role**:
Are you ready to take the next step in your psychology career? We have an exciting opportunity for a registered Clinical Psychologist to join our team on a fixed-term basis, covering maternity leave for up to 12 months. In this role, you’ll provide crucial assessment and diagnostic support to tamariki and their whānau as they navigate neurobehavioral challenges. Your work will directly contribute to the diagnosis and care of children affected by conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and Intellectual Disability (ID).

You’ll work independently and collaboratively within our multidisciplinary team, employing specialized assessment tools and your expertise in pediatric psychology. This position is ideal for a psychologist with a commitment to meaningful work, exceptional clinical skills, and a desire to positively impact the lives of tamariki in the Hawke’s Bay community.

To learn more about the role and to review the position profile, click here.

**About the Team/Service/Location**:
Our Developmental Assessment Team is a highly skilled and supportive group of professionals dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based assessments for tamariki and whānau. The Child Development Service is nationally recognized for excellence in best practices and innovation, and this role offers a unique opportunity to work with one of New Zealand’s most respected child assessment teams. Based in beautiful Hawke’s Bay, our hospital serves a vibrant community with a rich cultural heritage, where you can enjoy a balanced lifestyle and a supportive work environment.

**About You**:
We’re looking for a Clinical Psychologist with a strong foundation in pediatric assessment, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for improving health outcomes for children. You will bring the following qualifications, skills, and attributes:

- **Competency with Te Ao Māori**: Demonstrates respect and understanding of te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or shows a commitment to beginning this journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth (mandatory)
- **Diagnostic Expertise**: Experience with administering and interpreting a range of diagnostic assessment tools.
- **Knowledge of Neurodevelopmental Disorders**: Prior experience with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, FASD, and childhood trauma
- **Communication and Organizational Skills**: Exceptional report writing and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities to manage multiple cases effectively

**Working for Health New Zealand**:
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

**Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion**:
**How to Apply**:

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