Psychology, Professional Lead

• Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital
• Permanent, 24 hours per fortnight (0.3 FTE)
• Provide advice on workforce and organisational priorities

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

A great opportunity has arisen for a Senior Clinical Psychologist to provide professional leadership for the psychology profession here at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay.

This leadership position is responsible for psychology workforce development and liaison with Group Management teams to ensure high-quality patient care and equity-focused health outcomes. The successful applicant will be responsible for facilitating consistent standards of practice amongst Psychologists, ensuring effective use of evidence-based, safe, and competent practice, and supporting managers across services on issues related to psychology, innovative practice, and care closer to home while articulating the value of the profession in respect of achieving priority system targets.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our Psychology Professional Lead will provide advice on workforce and organisational priorities where the role of the Psychologist would enhance the delivery of effective health services for our population. The role will advise and contribute to policies and care pathways regarding psychological models of care and treatment.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively with other Professional Leaders, Allied Health Leaders, Managers, and other related positions across the DHB and the wider health system to support and develop opportunities for Psychologists. You will work with a number of specialists both internally and externally, so you will need the ability to maintain excellent working relationships with these groups.

About you

If you feel you have leadership skills and success in leading, motivating, and developing others with the drive and enthusiasm to work with our Psychology team, Group Leadership, and Team Leaders, then we would like to hear from you.

Key attributes and skills:

• It is essential that you hold a Master's Degree in Psychology with a Diploma in Clinical Psychology (or overseas equivalent)
• You will hold a current NZ Registration from the Psychology Registration Board, with a Clinical Psychology scope and a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• You will be self-motivated, a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and a team player with a commitment to quality, excellence, and professional development

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being a good employer and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We are a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to apply

To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 26 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Andrew Nwosu andrew.nwosu@hbdhb.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: https://jobs.tewhatuora.govt.nz/