Psychologist – Auckland Prison Psychologist Office

Auckland City, AucklandClosing date: 11:30pm, 6th December 2019Auckland Prison Psychologist OfficeAuckland Prison is New Zealand's only male maximum security prison, presenting as a unique and challenging environment.Working within the new world class maximum security facility, you will work as part of a crew of psychologists at the Department of Corrections looking to recruit our next member of the close-knit team that we are. Our vision is to be a pioneering, leading psychological service within the prison services. We currently have vacancies in Auckland Prison.As a Psychologist, you will be supporting the Auckland Prison team and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of registered psychologists who provide psychological advice and consultation to a range of stakeholders.This is a fantastic opportunity for you to use your clinical expertise and provide professional expertise and leadership in a diverse social service environment. Working within a scientist-practitioner framework, providing clinical services targeted to assist offenders develop skills to reduce re-offending is pivotal to this role.Our psychologists undertake clinical assessments and treatment in prison and in the community, provide supervision, advice and training within Corrections and allied agencies, monitor integrity of rehabilitation programmes and participate in service and research initiatives.This professional team calls for someone who:Is reliable with strong communication skillsHas a minimum of a Masters degree in Psychology (Clinical or Forensic Psychology and registration with the NZ Psychologist board in the clinical/general scope of practice)In return we can offer you:A vibrant, supportive team cultureA competitive salary and structured advancement opportunitiesCommitment to professional development and clinical supervisionWorld class criminal justice psychology training and mentoringIf this sounds like you, visit our website and apply now!Or to find out more about the exciting opportunity, you can contact Kirsten Tolond, Manager Psychological Services, email – ********** are open to receiving interest from any part of the world as long as your qualifications are registered with the New Zealand Psychologist Board.