Psychologist

About the Role

This opportunity is ideal for a dedicated and skilled clinician eager to make a significant impact within a vibrant and values-driven team. At APM New Zealand, high-quality service provision to clients in need is central to our mission. As a psychologist, you will experience a dynamic work environment with diverse client needs across multiple settings.

Location and Work Arrangement

This position is based at our Blenheim office in Marlborough, New Zealand. We welcome applications for full-time, part-time, or subcontractor roles, with a minimum commitment of two working days each week.

Key Benefits and Professional Development

• Continuous professional development opportunities to enhance your clinical expertise.
• A supportive culture promoting flexibility and autonomy over your schedule.
• Potential pathways for career advancement within APM or associated global partner organizations.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload averaging 6.5 hours of client contact daily.
• Work within diverse contracts including ACC provisions covering Sensitive Claims, Psychological Services, Training for Independence, and Pain Management, alongside Police and private referrals.
• Deliver evidence-supported talking therapies tailored to client needs.
• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and produce detailed reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in client treatment planning.
• Clinical and neuropsychologists may develop or provide neuropsychological assessments.

Perks and Rewards

• Reimbursement of professional membership fees and annual practicing certificate costs.
• Access to ongoing professional development and supervision.
• Provision of essential work tools such as laptop and phone.
• Support from national clinical and cultural advisory panels, focus groups, and special interest groups.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Possess at least a Master's degree in Psychology accredited by the New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB).
• Demonstrate proficiency in delivering evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, EMDR, DBT, Schema Therapy, and ACT.
• Experienced in comprehensive clinical assessments and report writing.
• Strong communication capabilities and a collaborative approach within a team environment.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently with priority setting skills.
• For neuropsychological assessment roles, clinical or neuropsychology vocational registration is mandatory; clinical psychologists must have graduate-level neuropsychology coursework.
• Training in psychopathology and diagnostic systems like DSM-5-TR or ICD 10/11 is essential.

Professional Credentials and Legal Requirements

• Registration with the Psychologists Board of New Zealand is required prior to commencement.
• Possession of a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC).
• Membership in the New Zealand Psychological Society or the New Zealand College for Clinical Psychologists.
• Valid full New Zealand driver's license.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand through citizenship or a valid work visa.