Clinical Psychologist - Infant, Child And Adolescent Mental Health

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 New Zealanders.

About the Role

This is a stimulating opportunity for a registered clinical psychologist to apply their psychological skills, knowledge and understanding to a varied caseload.

Psychology plays an essential role in consultation, complex case assessment, formulation and treatment as well as service development.

We are a dynamic multi-disciplinary team with the remit to support children and adolescents with acute distress and moderate to severe impairment due to mental health challenges to become stabilised and regain adequate functioning in daily life.

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About the Team

Based in Hamilton, our multi-disciplinary team provide a community-based secondary mental health service to children and adolescents who are experiencing serious mental health difficulties.

As a service, we recognise the importance of the wider whanau system in effecting long-term sustainable wellbeing outcomes.

About Hamilton

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture.

Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history.

The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds.

Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival.

With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

• Registered in a Clinical scope with the NZ Psychology Board or eligibility to obtain with a current annual practicing certificate.
• ICAMHS experience is preferred.
• Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
• Experience in upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and frameworks as they apply in healthcare settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, including openness and professional respect.
• Train and consult with allied health professionals and community partners to deliver psychologically informed and evidence-based care that is goal-directed and solution-focused.
• Assess, formulate and treat complex presentations that require specialist psychological input.
• Confidence in assessing for Autism Spectrum Disorder with adolescents.
• Confidence in risk assessment and evidence-based short-term therapy interventions.
• A current full driver's licence.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "Apply online" or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal before 11 : 59 pm on 31 October 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Heidi Steyn at

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