Psychologist

He aha te mea nui o te ao. He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngataWhat is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is peopleWe have a part time 0.6FTE, fixed term opportunity available to November 2026 for a psychologist to become part of the Clinical Services team supporting the Manukau region of Oranga Tamariki. In this role, you will be providing clinical guidance and assistance to some of our most vulnerable and high needs tamariki and rangatahi, and their whānau, providing best practice models of assessment and intervention.Mō te tūnga | About the roleThis is a diverse and varied role that provides flexibility in the use of evidence-based assessment and intervention tools to achieve positive outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and their whanau. Reporting to the Psychologist Team Leader, the successful candidate will gain exposure to assessments of children with complex care and protection histories, neuro-diverse challenges, exposure to trauma, and care insecurity. This can involve consultations, conducting psychological assessments, therapeutic needs assessments, caregiver support and intervention, supporting care transitions, comprehensive specialist parenting assessment work, therapeutic interventions as required and inter-disciplinary consultation.Experience working with children in care and protection, clinical or residential settings and/or experience in mental health, disability, neurodivergence and complex behaviours would be an advantage.Clinical Services are part of the new Health and Clinical Services Group which includes the High Needs Services and High and Complex Needs interagency teams. We currently are creating our clinical governance framework and are enhancing the clinical leadership and support for psychologists within Oranga Tamariki.Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringKey requirements of the part time role include:Applicants must be registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board to be consideredPreferably have postgraduate qualifications in Clinical, Child and Family, Counselling or Educational PsychologyA passion for working with tamariki, rangatahi and whānau and the networks that support them.A genuine desire to make a difference to the lives of tamariki and whanau facing adversityHave proven practical experience in a wide range of applied psychology, including assessment, intervention, consultation, training and evaluation with tamariki, rangatahi, and whānauSound knowledge of psychological models and theories and their application in relation to the trauma and abuse populationExperience in administration and interpretation of psychometric tests and instruments, alongside clinical ability to assess developmental functioning, trauma, behavioural concerns, risk, relationships and other domains in tamariki and rangatahi populationsExperience working directly with tamariki and rangatahi.Cultural competence working with Maori, within the context of Te Tiriti o Waitangi; understanding and respecting Te O MaoriStrong engagement and relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholdersThe ability to manage risk in the context of complex situationsSome understanding of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989Nōu te rourou | What's in it for youOranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Please contact us if you would like more information about the Oranga Tamariki remuneration framework.We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. The opportunity to make a positive impact in an organisation that works to ensure all tamariki and rangatahi are in loving whanau and communities.Consideration may be given to applicants seeking to work part time to support work in a private practice as well as Internal, external and peer clinical case supervision and supportive practice systemsAdditional Information:Some benefits, such as professional development funding, external supervision reimbursement, and coverage of professional fees, may be available under the terms of a collective agreement. These benefits are accessible to employees who choose to join a union covered by the agreement. Terms and eligibility may vary depending on union membership. Please note that these benefits are not universally applied and are specific to certain union arrangements. Oranga Tamariki does not endorse or show preference for any union where multiple unions cover the role.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyIf you would like to discuss the roles or enquire about the remuneration framework, please contact Sarah Williams at: sarah.williams@ot.govt.nzHurry as applications for this role close at 5pm on Thursday 20th November 2025However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.