International Clinical & Health Psychologist

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist
Location: Auckland, New Zealand Public Healthcare
Employment Type: Full-time 
Service: Adult Community Mental Health Services

Purpose of the Position

As a Consultant Psychiatrist within Auckland's public healthcare system, you will play a vital role in the delivery of high-quality, culturally responsive mental health care to adults in the community. You will work within a well-established, multidisciplinary service committed to holistic and recovery-oriented treatment that reflects the cultural diversity of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

This is a permanent position that supports a team aligned with the Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA), delivering services that uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive for equity in mental health outcomes, particularly for Māori and Pacific peoples.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning for adult clients.
• Manage psychiatric reviews and provide clinical leadership in risk assessment and management.
• Collaborate effectively with psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, peer support workers, and cultural advisors within the community team.
• Contribute to shared decision-making and person-centred care in partnership with service users and whānau.
• Uphold safe prescribing practices and monitor the effectiveness of pharmacological interventions.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentoring to junior medical staff and registrars.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical reviews, and peer consultation forums.
• Take part in quality improvement initiatives, service development, and continuing professional education.
• Promote equity, cultural competence, and trauma-informed care as core principles of service delivery.
• Support the implementation of Māori models of care and ensure alignment with cultural frameworks that enhance access and responsiveness for tangata whaiora.

Key Requirements

Qualification & Registration:

• Eligible for vocational registration as a psychiatrist with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).

• FRANZCP or equivalent international qualification in psychiatry.

• Current Annual Practising Certificate (or eligibility to obtain one).

Experience & Attributes:

• Prior experience working in adult community mental health settings.

• Understanding of recovery principles and a commitment to collaborative, strengths-based care.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and across systems of care.
• Cultural competence and a deep commitment to bicultural practice and the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Awareness of the social determinants of mental health and the ability to tailor treatment accordingly.

• Strong documentation, clinical reasoning, and risk management skills.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience working with Māori and Pacific populations.

• Familiarity with the CAPA model or similar collaborative care frameworks.
• Interest in service innovation, equity initiatives, and integrated models of care.
• Ability to mentor trainees, support workforce development, or lead service projects.

What We Offer

• Salary range: $90,000 NZD - $125,000 NZD per annum, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive immigration support, including visa sponsorship and professional licensing assistance.
• Financial relocation package, covering international relocation and settlement costs.
• The opportunity to work in one of New Zealand's most vibrant, multicultural cities Auckland offers beautiful natural landscapes, excellent schooling, and a high quality of life.
• A values-driven, public health service committed to equity, collaboration, and culturally safe care.
• Access to ongoing professional development, supervision, and service leadership opportunities.
• A supportive team environment that values wellbeing, diversity, and career progression.

Application Process

If you are passionate about equitable mental health care and would like to contribute your expertise to a forward-thinking community service in Aotearoa New Zealand, we invite you to apply.

This role is open to international candidates and we provide full immigration support for you and your family.

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact our international recruitment team today.

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