Psychologist
This role will provide efficient and effective services within the Child Protection and Gateway Service. As the Psychologist, you will provide a high standard of clinical practice to provide support for children and young people (up to 13 years) who have experienced abuse or neglect.You will join a multi-disciplinary team within a supportive and welcoming environment, based off-site from the main hospital.
Our collaborative culture focuses on building strong, meaningful working relationships. Travel across the region is required.Click here to view the position description.About the Service and LocationWe are a region-wide service operating across Northland, committed to providing exceptional Child Health Services to communities throughout the area.
We are dedicated to addressing health inequities for Māori and creating a positive impact on the lives of children.Our Psychology Service offers diagnostic assessments for children with neurodevelopmental conditions and therapeutic support for those affected by chronic health issues impacting their development and wellbeing.
We highly value teamwork and appreciate the unique contributions of each team member in enhancing the patient journey.For more information on living and working in Northland click hereAbout youTo be successful in this position, you need to have strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member within an MDT framework.Registered Psychologist with the NZ Psychologists Board, or equivalentClinical experience with children and adolescentsProficient in evidence-based practiceFull NZ Drivers LicenceMotivated and committed to providing comprehensive, culturally appropriate servicesWorking at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click apply now.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 14 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment team on NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.