Clinical Psychologist ICAMHS

Clinical Psychologist

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our Infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS), Te Whare O Te Rito, in Tairāwhiti. This community-based role provides specialist psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment for tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau experiencing moderate to severe mental health and behavioural challenges. You will work across a broad range of presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse and complex mental health.

About the Team/Service/Location: Te Whare O Te Rito is part of the infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS within the Te Ara Maioha (Mental Health & Addictions) Group. The service is dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of children, young people and their whānau across the Tairāwhiti region.

About you: Registration with the NZ Psychologists Board. Strong clinical assessment and psychotherapeutic skills across a range of mental health presentations. Knowledge of relevant legislation, privacy requirements, and professional ethical standards. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to culturally safe practice and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. A proactive approach to professional development and continuous experience working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services.

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.