Clinical Psychologist iCAMHS
6 days ago
Clinical Psychologist (iCAMHS), Nelson Hospital, Permanent Full-time
Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Nelson / Tasman
This is an exciting opportunity to develop a role that will have a significant impact on the future health and well-being of our most vulnerable community members and their whanau.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist or Registered Psychologist with experience within an iCAMHS, or mental health setting.
As a Clinical Psychologist, you willbring experience, in working with infants, children and adolescents with moderate to severe mental health needs. Some liaison / consultation with other areas and agencies will be required including working with community services such as Oranga Tamariki, schools, GPs and local Maori networks.
This is a permanent, full-time role (1.0 FTE), working 80 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday, 8.00AM to 4.30PM.
About the Team/Service/ Location
iCAMHS is a regional service for infants, children and youth with mental health disorders up to aged 18 years. Our multi-disciplinary teams are made up of psychiatrists, mental health nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists and social workers, all trained in a range of treatment modalities.
For more information on living and working in Nelson / Tasman click here
About you
As a Clinical Psychologist, you will be passionate about providing psychological interventions for infants / young children and their families. This will include knowledge of attachment and bonding, and the impact of adverse childhood events on healthy development, including emotional wellbeing and relationships.
You will have current registration with the NZ Psychologists Board under the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act (2003), hold a current Annual Practising Certificate and have appropriate experience and competency.
You will have up-to-date knowledge of current research findings relating to major mental health issues and trends, and psychological interventions for infants, children, adolescents & families. You will be an active participant in our multidisciplinary team and will be the type of person who fits into a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines. You will engender confidence, trust and rapport with clients, their support networks and other agencies and service providers.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 26 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact
Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at OR
Susan Murray (Mental Health Addictions Coordinator) at
Job ref: R1N25-281
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
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