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Posted 23 July, 2026

Psychologist - Child Development Team

New Zealand Government
Tauranga, BOP, NZ Full Time
Reference: 945c90f8d36eab9d

Job Description

Psychologist – Child Development Team Permanent, part‑time (40 hours per fortnight) Monday‑Friday 8:00am‑4:30pm (actual days/hours by negotiation) Rotorua/Taupo About the Role An exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Psychologist working with children and whanau (0‑15 years old) and join our passionate and multi‑disciplinary team at Health New Zealand Lakes (Rotorua and Taupo). The Lakes Child Development Team is a multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Speech Language Therapists and Therapy Assistants providing specialised developmental assessment and support for children aged 0‑15 years. About the Team / Service / Location Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi‑cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes offers competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts with local businesses, and access to the Employee Assistance Program. 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. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About You NZ Registered Psychologist with current annual practising certificate (APC) At least two years experience working in the Child Development or similar space Training and experience implementing psychometric tools (e.g. WISC‑V, ADOS‑2) Able to work in a multi‑disciplinary team #J-18808-Ljbffr

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