Psychologist, Mental Health

Drive positive change through meaningful work.
- Work collaboratively with a vibrant and supportive team of professionals to ensure comprehensive care for people.
- Experience ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in mental health service provision.

**Nga kawenga | About the role**

As a clinical psychologist in this position, you will find yourself in a dynamic environment within the Intervention and Support Practice team. Your primary objective will be to contribute to the overall wellness of individuals under our care within the Department of Corrections, Ara Poutama Aotearoa. Working alongside an integrated health service, you will have the opportunity to provide crucial mental health support and treatment, directly impacting the lives of those in our care. This role offers ample room for professional growth and development, with opportunities for ongoing training and advancement. It is a full-time permanent position situated in Whanganui, and we are also open to considering applicants seeking part-time opportunities.

If you want to find out more about being a psychologist at Department of Corrections, Ara Poutama Aotearoa click here.

**He korero mou | About you**

We are looking for a passionate clinical psychologist to join our established mental health team. This presents an exciting opportunity for you to play a significant role in shaping the future of mental health services provided by Department of Corrections (Ara Poutama Aotearoa). As a clinical psychologist, you will be an integral part of the Intervention and Support Practice team, focused on delivering exceptional evidence-based mental health support and treatment to our most vulnerable individuals in custody. Your responsibilities within the broader multi-disciplinary team will involve providing psychological services that enhance the mental well-being of those in our care. Given the nature of our tangata whaiora, there will be a large amount of trauma based work, conducting assessments and formulation of complex support plans. Other crucial aspects of your role include promoting holistic and recovery-oriented health services throughout the prison environment. Our teams are committed to role-modelling expert, evidence-based clinical practices and embodying the Hokai Rangi strategy through Manaaki, Rangatira, Wairua, Kaitiaki, and Whanau.

**Utu a-tau | Salary**

The salary range for the role is $83,286 - $133,370 per annum. Frontline Psychologists also can work towards additional allowances and allocated professional development funding. 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.

**Ko wai matou | About us**

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi.

If you'd like a confidential discussion about the role or the site where you'd be based, we encourage you to get in touch. This is a great opportunity to gain insight into the role and work environment before applying.

To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.

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.

**Applications close on: Tuesday 25th March