- Te Whare Oranga Tangata o Whakaue in-patient unit, Mental Health & Addiction Services, Te Whatu Ora Lakes
- Permanent | Full time
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
This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to join our passionate and multi-disciplinary team at Lakes Mental Health & Addiction in-patient unit. This position will work alongside the Closer to Home and Home Based Treatment teams.
Te Whare Oranga Tangata o Whakaue (Whare Whakaue) is a 14-bed Adult inpatient unit based in Rotorua serving the community of Lakes area, including Taupo, Turangi and Mangakino. This is an exciting time to join our team as we are preparing to move into the brand new contemporary 16-bed unit that is designed to better enable the aspirations of the model of care Te Ara Tauwhirotanga.
The team is looking for a Clinical Psychologist to provide essential psychological input to the service. We welcome Psychologists in all phases of their career to consider applying for this position. The role holds potential for service development and will be supported by a strong, collegial, professional network of psychologists within Te Whatu Ora Lakes district. This is a full-time role, but hours are negotiable.
The role involves providing assessments and brief interventions for tangata whaiora (service users) and psychological consultancy to the team and whole-service delivery. The role offers the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team, peer support lead, consumer and cultural advisors, and to work alongside tangata whaiora and their family/whanau as they navigate a time of mental health crisis, to help them make sense of their experiences in the context of their lives, and to move towards resolution of that crisis and recovery. To contribute to a seamless experience for tangata whaiora during their recovery journey, the role provides select intervention following discharge alongside the Closer to Home and Acute Response /Home Based Treatment teams, as agreed by the MDT.
The Psychologist role is supported by a professional advisor (Psychology) within Mental Health Services. You will also be part of a broader team of psychologists across adult mental health services. Under the APEX collective contract psychologists receive an allowance (pro rata) dependent on Salary Step for Continuing Professional Development which can be accumulated over two years. This offers the chance to attend overseas conferences or multiple workshops, plus books, and subscriptions each year.
About the Team/Service/ Location
At Lakes we privilege the relationship and our model of care, Te Ara Tauwhirotanga, actively promotes compassionate, person-centered care. We understand how important it is to know that what you do counts, and to feel a sense of achievement and satisfaction in your role. We are looking for people that share our common goal to provide the best possible care to everyone by seeking continuous improvement in everything we do. If you have a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others, we would like to hear from you today.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
About you
We are looking to recruit a Psychologist with:
- Postgraduate Qualifications in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
- Registration with the NZ Psychology Board as a Registered Clinical Psychologist
- Current Practicing Certificate
- Experience in brief psychological interventions
- Experience in psychological, psychometric and neuropsychological assessment skills preferred
- Experience in adult mental health settings with inpatient experience preferred
- The ability to work autonomously and within short timeframes
- Experience in the assessment and treatment of severe mental health disorders will be an advantage.
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. 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.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date.
If you have any questions please contact Psychology Professional Advisor George Furstenburg via [email protected] for an informal discussion.
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.
