Clinical Psychologist Job at Connect Waatea Job at Waikato District Health Board, Waikato, Hamilton
- Location:
- Waikato
- Hamilton
- Work type:
- Part Time
- Classification:
- Healthcare & Medical
- Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Clinical PsychologistAdult Mental Health Service20 hours per weekPosition No. 51109-148546Health Waikato and Connect Supporting Recovery have a joint residential rehabilitation service based in urban Hamilton. We are offering you an opportunity to contribute to this innovative and forward-focused service. The service has a strong rehabilitation focus; (re)learning skills, re-connecting with whanau/family and integration with local community.We endeavour to provide an environment in which clients and staff flourish. You will be working with clients with high and complex needs, so will need to be resilient. We provide a supportive work environment and have a healthy team culture. Relationships within the team and with clients are the foundation to our work.We are looking for an experienced psychologist who has experience in mental health. The work consists of providing specific interventions with individual residents, developing and facilitating groups and supporting staff in implementing plans and programmes.Position requirements:A current practicing certificate.A passion to deliver innovative recovery focussed servicesExperience in community mental health sector Excellent communication skillsA robust personality and positive work attitudeFor more information please contact Louis Tousain on louis.tousain@connectsr.org.nzClosing date: 28 October 2011