Clinical Psychologist – Adolescent Mental Health Service

5 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Canterbury District Health Board Full time

**About Us**

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is a national healthcare provider dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Our goal is to build a health system that prioritizes partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.

We believe that every individual deserves access to high-quality healthcare, regardless of their background or circumstances. Our Equity Work Programme aims to ensure that everyone in the health system thinks about equity when doing their work.

**Job Summary**

We are looking for a talented Clinical or Child and Family Psychologist to join our Youth Forensic Team part-time on a fixed-term contract until mid-November 2025. As a member of our team, you will work exclusively with adolescents under the Youth Justice system, providing mental health interventions to break the cycle of disadvantage.

You will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive mental health assessments, formulating and delivering intervention plans, and presenting assessments to other groups. We are seeking someone with a strong passion for working with young people and a commitment to making a positive impact in their lives.

**Key Responsibilities**

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Undertaking comprehensive mental health assessments using clinical interviewing, diagnostic, behavioural, and psychometric assessment
  • Formulating and delivering appropriate intervention plans, youth court liaison, and case management work
  • Presentation of assessments and materials to other groups
  • Providing written reports for the Youth Court
  • Liaison with Youth Justice Agencies, NGOs, and Regional services

**Requirements**

To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following requirements:

  • NZ registration as a Clinical or Child and Family Psychologist
  • Current Annual Practicing Certificate
  • Clinical or Child and Family scope of practice
  • Excellent assessment skills and a sound knowledge of available treatment options
  • Strong focus on relationship-building

**What We Offer**

Working for Health New Zealand offers many benefits, including:

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Maori values

**How to Apply**

If you are passionate about working with young people and want to make a difference in their lives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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