Clinical Psychologist - Mental Health Older Adults (STaR team)

• Waitakere Hospital
• Permanent, part-time role (0.4 FTE, 32 hours per fortnight), working Monday - Friday
• A current APC is required

About us

MHSOA provides a comprehensive service to people over the age of 65 years who are experiencing mental health difficulties and/or cognitive change.

About you

We currently have a vacancy for a Clinical Psychologist in our small, well-functioning, multidisciplinary Sub-acute Treatment and Rehabilitation (STaR) community team.

The team provides intensive, recovery focused treatment and support for people with complex mental health needs and works across the culturally diverse population of Auckland's Waitemata region.

We are looking for a motivated Clinical Psychologist with the skills to engage in:

• psychological assessment
• neuropsychological assessment
• evidence based interventions/therapy modalities
• specialist mental health assessment and safety planning
• care co-ordination for a proportion of clients receiving psychological interventions.

This position provides the opportunity to increase and enhance clinical skills across the range of psychological interventions (including neuropsychological assessments) within an established and supportive work environment.

Under the APEX collective contract, psychologists receive up to $2500 each per year for continuing professional development which can be accumulated over two years to $5000. This offers the chance to attend overseas conferences or multiple workshops, plus books, and subscriptions each year.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday, 28 September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Karyn Murphy, Team Manager on 486 8900 x 42805 or for more information about our recruitment process, please contact Abigail Sana Matic, Recruitment Consultant abigail.sanamatic@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.