Psychologist - Dunedin at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Otago (Otakou) 'There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of people' Are you a Registered Psychologist with post graduate qualifications in clinical or forensic psychology?Nga kawenga |About the role Elevate your career at the Dunedin Psychologists' Office! We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic registered psychologist to join our dedicated professional team. Dive into a variety of clinical tasks across both prison and community environments. Tasks include formal NZPB and court health assessments, bespoke individual assessments and treatment tasks, and facilitating treatment programmes (e.g., the Short Violence Prevention Program [SVPP]) with individual clients.
Make a real difference to the lives of our clients across Otago, Southland, Central Otago, and South Canterbury. Use your clinical expertise to help make our communities safer and to provide professional advice and leadership within a diverse social service environment.
If you want to find out more about working as a psychologist at the Department of Corrections (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) click here.
Are you a passionate psychologist with excellent communication skills who enjoys a mix of working both independently and collaboratively? Join our dynamic Dunedin team, where we cherish problem-solving and cross-cultural proficiency. Here, you'll gain exposure to world-class criminal justice psychology training, mentoring, and cultural supervision. Seize developmental opportunities in our supportive environment, where a competitive salary scale with automatic annual advancement awaits. If you're an adaptable psychologist seeking a rewarding role in Dunedin or Invercargill, apply today.
The salary range for the role is $83,286 - $133,370. Frontline Psychologists also have the ability to work towards additional allowances and are allocated professional development funding. We may also offer flexible and/or part-time options for working hours. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
International Relocation Package Ara Poutama has relocation packages available for candidates relocating from overseas. For international applicants, please confirm your eligibility to register as a psychologist in New Zealand.
Freight forward of$10,000Airfaresfor candidates and travelling family4-weeksaccommodation4-weeks rentalvehicle hireAirport transfersof up to $300 and any stop-over accommodationAra Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi
It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whanau.
Applications Close Sunday 9 th June. Please apply and describe your motivation for joining the department in a cover letter, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Please include a tailored CV if you have one. Alignment to our Kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples that reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Rob Devereux, Manager Psychological Services (Otago/Southland), ****** , 027 836 4464.
Employer: Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)
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