About the role
- Contribute to positive change and make a real impact in a fulfilling role
- Experience ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in mental health service provision
- Thrive in a vibrant team culture that values individual growth and collaboration
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are looking for a psychologist to join our multi-disciplinary mental health team at Mt Eden Corrections Facility. Your role will encompass providing a full range of secondary mental health psychological services including triage, assessment, and treatment based on best practice psychological service delivery. We are especially committed to providing evidence-based, culturally responsive interventions. Our team strives for excellence in clinical practice, and we offer ongoing professional development opportunities and clinical and cultural supervision. Additional benefits of joining our team include part-time and fulltime opportunities, and flexible working conditions. Join us in a vibrant and supportive team culture where your growth is valued.
Click here to learn more about being a psychologist at Ara Poutama Aotearoa.
Mōu | About you
Join the mental health team at Mt Eden as a psychologist, where your resilience and creativity make a real impact. We're seeking someone with strong relational skills, adaptability, and the ability to balance multiple perspectives. Navigate complex environments, collaborate with custodial staff, and contribute to positive change. Be proactive and reflective in a fulfilling role that combines expertise with making a difference. If you're ready for a transformative opportunity, consider joining our team.
Ngā painga | The benefits
The salary range for this role is $83,286-$133,370 per annum, with appointment and remuneration based on clinical competency, skills, and experience.
Frontline Psychologists may also access additional allowances, professional development funding, flexible working arrangements, and a range of benefits including:
- 5 weeks annual leave, increasing to 6 weeks
- Annual Departmental Day
- National psychology training and development opportunities
- Te Reo Māori and Tikanga allowance
- APC reimbursement and Professional Indemnity Insurance contribution
- Expert Witness Allowance (where applicable)
- Health, wellbeing, and EAP support
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 $10,000.
- Airfares for candidates and travelling family.
- 4-weeks accommodation.
- 4-weeks rental vehicle hire.
- Airport transfers of up to $300 and any stop-over accommodation.
Mō mātou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
Applications close on: Wednesday 30th October
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.
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