Clinical Psychologist

1 week ago

Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Ngā kawenga | About the role
Hōkai Rangi is Ara Poutama Aotearoa's organisational strategy. A key focus of Hōkai Rangi is the humanising and healing of those people in our care. Ara Poutama Aotearoa staff focus on having relationships with these people, and their whānau, that are based on manaaki and contribute positively to their wellbeing. As part of our strategy, you will directly contribute to our commitment to do better for Maori in our care.
Karaka Special Treatment Unit (STU) is a dedicated “community of change” based at Waikeria Prison, renowned for its success in supporting the rehabilitation of people in our care who have a history of high-risk and violent offending. Our psychologically based therapeutic programmes have been recognised as having a significant and positive impact in our quest to reduce reoffending.
He kōrero mōu | About you
As a Psychologist located in Karaka STU, you will be facilitating an intensive group programme within a therapeutic community designed to reduce the offending rates of people in our care who are assessed as having significant rehabilitation needs. You will also provide clinical and risk assessments, advice, supervision, and training to other Corrections staff and may be involved in research work in the context of the scientist/practitioner model.

**We are looking for a Psychologist who**:

- Is reliable with strong communication skills (verbal & written)
- Has a minimum of a Masters degree in Psychology
- Holds registration or is able to obtain registration with the NZ Psychologist board.
- Is able to demonstrate and commit to culturally responsive ways of working

**Some of the benefits we can offer you in return are**:

- A cohesive and well-established team
- A competitive salary and structured advancement opportunities
- Psychological Services are committed to providing service in a culturally appropriate manner and the Department of Corrections provides regular cultural supervision
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
- World class criminal justice psychology training and mentoring

Utu ā-tau | Salary
The salary range for the role is $76,860 - $104,571 (Mid) - $125,485. We may also offer flexible and/or part-time options for working hours. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Disclaimer for ALL Psychology Applicants
All overseas applicants are required to practice under the supervision of a Board-approved supervisor for 12 months or until otherwise approved by the Board. Please note that all applicants must hold registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and will be required to complete a full disclosure criminal history check and pre-employment drug tests.
Ko wai mātou | About us
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga (wellness and wellbeing) and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu (country).
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.

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