Posted 14 August, 2026
Clinical Psychologist - Awhi Mātua Fraser McDonald Unit
Taranaki District Health Board
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 15e16f479b055e85
Job Description
Permanent part time position, 0.5 FTE, working Monday to Friday based at Awhi Mātua Fraser McDonald Unit, Auckland City Hospital Supportive team environment Close to all forms of public transport & motorway links! 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 We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our team at Awhi Mātua Fraser McDonald Unit. In this role, you will provide expert psychological support to our whaiora while helping to bridge care between our in-patient unit, community teams, and allied services such as rest homes and private hospitals. You will offer specialist consultation to the multi-disciplinary team and meaningfully contribute to integrated, person-centred care that makes a real difference in the lives of whaiora. About the Team/Service/ Location Located on the Auckland City Hospital site, Awhi Mātua Fraser McDonald is a 15-bed acute admission unit providing 24/7 specialist care. We offer comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for people experiencing acute mental illness or behavioural challenges related to dementia. Our multidisciplinary team includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Physiotherapist, Nurse Educator, Mental Health Assistants, a Team Administrator, Registrar, and House Officer all working together to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. For more information on living and working in Auckland click here About you To be successful in this role, you will need to: Be registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board with a Clinical Scope of Practice Hold a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology (or a recognised equivalent) Have recent, post-qualification experience in mental health (excluding student placements) Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate Possess a full, clean New Zealand drivers licence For the full Position Description, please click here. 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: AUC21188 Location: North Island - Auckland - Central Auckland #J-18808-Ljbffr