Mental Health Specialist Clinician

3 days ago


ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand MidCentral DHB Full time

MidCentral DHB is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Our commitment to quality care, patient safety, and staff well-being is reflected in our goal to be the best we can be.

About the Role

Mental Health Services at MidCentral DHB

Mental Health & Addiction Services (MHAS) is responsible for the commissioning and delivery of primary, specialist, and community mental health & addiction services across a diverse urban and rural population of 186,000. We provide treatment for and connection to recovery-orientated services for individuals experiencing mental illness or addiction issues.

  • We deliver services across the continuum of lifespan, both regionally and locally.
  • Specialist community MH&A teams
  • Kaupapa (Māori)
  • Child Adolescent Mental Health Services
  • Inpatient services
  • Crisis response
  • Acutely ill patients receive immediate assessment and appropriate treatment in hospital under close supervision by medical professionals with high levels of expertise in managing complex mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
  • Accommodation options are available depending on individual needs including short-term crisis respite, medium term rehabilitation and longer-term ongoing support through supported accommodation and other service providers

The transformational change sees significant investment into digital technologies and new infrastructure, including the construction of a new state-of-the-art acute inpatient unit. This will allow us to move towards a wellness and recovery-focused approach in our community, prioritising access, choice, and care closer to home.

We have a strong focus on collaboration and partnership working, and believe in investing in our people to ensure they have the skills, knowledge and support needed to deliver high-quality care to our patients. Our clinicians work closely together to develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs.

We offer:

  • A diverse, dynamic and collegial team environment
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Six weeks annual leave per annum
  • Ten paid days per annum available for continued medical education
  • Generous relocation packages for national and international candidates

We are keen to hear from Psychiatrists who are interested in locum, fixed term or permanent positions, particularly in the following areas:

  • Community Consultation Liaison Alcohol and other drug services including an OST service (Medical Officer)

Why Work With Us?

We strive to make a positive difference in our community and look forward to hearing from you if you share this passion and vision.



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