Clinical Psychologist /Kaimatai Hinengaro

Someone well suited to the role will place a high value on the following:Understanding of mental health and offending and the impact of these issues on clients, their families and community.A non-judgemental approach to addiction and the lifestyle choices of our client group.Effective oral and written communication.Recognising and managing risk in a clinical environment.Working in an emotionally challenging and changing environment.Responding to changing demands/priorities/workloads at short notice.Working in a multi-disciplinary environment.Supporting change implementation is an important aspect of this role.
The environment is one of continuing change as we strive for quality practice and improved patient safety.
The Psychologist is a key part of the team's involvement in such change.Forensic Service provision - The Central Regional Forensic Adult Mental Health Service covers the Central region.
This includes Wellington, Manawatu, Whanganui, Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa and Tairawhiti.
There are four specific areas of provision within the Regional Forensic service delivery model which are: Courts, Prisons, Inpatient settings and Community.The Rangipapa medium secure forensic unit provides mental health services for men and women with a relational security approach.
The team is multidisciplinary consisting of Consultant Psychiatrists, Psychologists, House Officers, Administrative staff, Pharmacists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Cultural workers, Registered Nurses and Mental Health Support Workers.Effective rehabilitation in the least restrictive environment is considered a core focus for the Rangipapa team.
The service focuses on recovery and rehabilitation through providing people with the opportunity to learn new skills, as well as gain independence and empowerment for community living.
The unit links into other services within Ratonga Rua o Porirua such as the programmes run through Tangaroa, Ruaumoko and Vaka O Le Pasifika, work programmes, and linking with community-based resources and organisations.Minimum of a Master's Degree in Psychology and Post graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology or equivalent.Registration with NZ Psychologist Board, with Clinical Psychology Vocational Scope of Practice.Current annual practising certificate.Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.
A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Maori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.To find out more about us click on the following links:Capital and CoastHutt ValleyMental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability ServiceMe pehea te tuku tono - How to applyClick the apply now button to send your application directly to us.
For further information on this role please email (email protected) and indicate the job title and vacancy number (AH152-23) in the subject line.Your safety and that of our patients is important to us.
It is our expectation that you will be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, having received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccination.
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