Sport Psychologist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced Sport Psychologist to work as part of the HPSNZ Performance Support team.
The role will be embedded within the HPSNZ Performance Health team and work collaboratively with the established Sport Psychology team.
You will be working as a team member as part of a multidisciplinary performance health and support team.
The role will provide mental health assessment and support to identified athletes, as well as supporting the broader HPSNZ mental health strategy, and providing performance enhancement support (i.e., consultation, individual, and group work).
The role will involve leading the planning and delivery of psychology with a wellbeing and performance focus; collaborating with key NSO staff to integrate the psychology programme into the High Performance culture of the sport; and ensuring athletes and coaches have access to quality support as required.
You may also be supporting athletes and coaches at identified camps and competitions overseas.
The successful candidate will join a dedicated and integrated multi-disciplinary team, who work alongside athletes to promote holistic approaches to health, wellbeing, and enhanced performance to enable athletes to achieve their ambitions in sport and life.
The successful applicant will be a registered psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologist Board and have clinical experience in a range of relevant areas including 3+ years of experience providing psychological services as a psychologist in the following settings: university health, community mental health, outpatient/inpatient hospital settings, and private practice.
Desired experience includes 3+ years of providing psychological services in an elite sports context (i.e., collegiate, professional, and Olympic sports).
To apply for this opportunity please click 'apply now' below and include your CV and a cover letter, stating why you are interested in being considered for these or similar roles.

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