Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all NewZealanders.
As a psychologist you will play a valuable role in the multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities range from assessment—including neuropsychological assessments, psychological testing and treatment—to providing individual psychotherapy for whaiora/whanau. You will also support the team through supervision and teaching.
The MHSOP team is multidisciplinary and currently includes 3 psycho‑geriatricians, 1 full‑time and 1 part‑time clinical psychologist, mental‑health nurses, social workers, occupational therapists and cultural support. The team has a strong focus on community care but also has access to four beds within the acute inpatient area. The service provides specialist assessment and treatment in outpatient clinics and in peopl...