Psychologist

We have a new permanent fulltime opportunity for a psychologist to become part of the Clinical Services team in New Plymouth or Whanganui. We would also consider applications for part time roles. Clinical Services is the Oranga Tamariki internal psychological and therapeutic services. We currently have 50+ clinicians within 11 teams nationwide.

He aha te mea nui o te ao. He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngat

aWhat is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is peopl

eIn this role, you will be providing clinical guidance and assistance to some of our most vulnerable and high needs tamariki and rangatahi, and their whānau, providing best practice models of assessment and intervention

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Mō te tūnga | About the ro**

leThis is a diverse and varied role that provides flexibility in the use of evidence-based assessment and intervention tools to achieve positive outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau. Reporting to the Psychologist Team Leader, the successful candidate will gain exposure to assessments of children with complex care and protection histories, neuro-diverse challenges, exposure to trauma, and care insecurity. This can involve consultations, conducting psychological assessments, therapeutic needs assessments, caregiver support and intervention, supporting care transitions, comprehensive specialist parenting assessment work, therapeutic interventions as required and inter-disciplinary consultatio

n.

Experience working with children in care and protection, clinical or residential settings and/or experience in mental health, disability, neurodivergence and complex behaviours would be an advanta

ge.

Clinical Services are part of the new Health and Clinical Services Group which includes the High Needs Services and High and Complex Needs interagency teams. We currently are creating our clinical governance framework and are enhancing the clinical leadership and support for psychologists within Oranga Tamar

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Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will**

bringKey requirements of the role inc

• lude:Applicants must be registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board to be consi
• deredPreferably have postgraduate qualifications in Clinical, Child and Family, Counselling or Educational Psych
• ologyA passion for working with tamariki, rangatahi and whānau and the networks that support
• them.A genuine desire to make a difference to the lives of tamariki and whanau facing adve
• rsityHave proven practical experience in a wide range of applied psychology, including assessment, intervention, consultation, training and evaluation with tamariki, rangatahi, and w
• hānauSound knowledge of psychological models and theories and their application in relation to the trauma and abuse popul
• ationExperience in administration and interpretation of psychometric tests and instruments, alongside clinical ability to assess developmental functioning, trauma, behavioural concerns, risk, relationships and other domains in tamariki and rangatahi popula
• tionsExperience working directly with tamariki and ranga
• tahi.Cultural competence working with Māori, within the context of Te Tiriti o Waitangi; understanding and respecting Te O
• MāoriStrong engagement and relationship building skills with internal and external stakeho
• ldersThe ability to manage risk in the context of complex situa
• tionsSome understanding of the Oranga Tamariki Act

1989Nōu te rourou | What's in it fo

r youOranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Please contact us if you would like more information about the Oranga Tamariki remuneration framework. These roles start at $106,416 per annum and appointment on step is in line with skills and experi

ence.

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. The opportunity to make a positive impact in an organisation that works to ensure all tamariki and rangatahi are in loving whanau and commun

ities.

Consideration may be given to applicants seeking to work part time to support work in a private practice as well as Internal, external and peer clinical case supervision and supportive practice

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Additional Inf**
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rmation:Some benefits, such as professional development funding, external supervision reimbursement, and coverage of professional fees, may be available under the terms of a collective agreement. These benefits are accessible to employees who choose to join a union covered by the agreement. Terms and eligibility may vary depending on union membership. Please note that these benefits are not universally applied and are specific to certain union arrangements. Oranga Tamariki does not endorse or show preference for any union where multiple unions cover t

**he role.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How**

to ApplyApply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email

**address.

Applications for this role close on Sunday 9th November 2025. However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so**

apply now

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs a

nd alcohol.