Psychologist | Auckland Wide | Full Time (Part Time May Be Considered)

Make a bigger difference with Better Days in Tāmaki Makaurau | Auckland
 

Who we are | Ko wai mātou 

Better Days started with a simple vision: to provide better community-centred support services for people living with disability, and to be a better place to work for all team members by putting our clinicians at the front and centre of what we do. 

We are excited to be looking for a person who lives our values and wants to make an impact by supporting people and whānau to achieve better outcomes in their homes, communities and everyday lives. 

Job description 

Join our Auckland team - your opportunity awaits.  

Are you a Psychologist seeking a role where your expertise is truly valued? Better Days in Auckland is looking for a passionate Psychologist to join our dynamic interdisciplinary team. Here, you will be supported to make a meaningful impact while working in a flexible, collaborative and clinician-led environment. 

If you have an unwavering commitment to offering high quality support to people of all ages and helping the people we work with achieve better outcomes, this could be the dream role for you. 

We are looking for a passionate Psychologist to join our vibrant Interdisciplinary Team and help bring our values to life. 

Our values | Whanonga pono

• We Get Sh*t Done!
• We are People People
• Love What You Do
• Frankly, we Give a Damn
• We Value Ourselves
   

Industry-leading support and benefits | Huanga 

• Flexible working options, including the ability to start or finish your day from home where appropriate 
• Travel reimbursement for community-based work 
• Competitive remuneration, including Better Rewards perks when you exceed KPI during each cycle 
• A supportive, experienced team with regular interdisciplinary connection 
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced clinicians across psychology, behaviour support and rehabilitation 
• Meaningful work supporting people and whānau across Auckland 
• Professional growth in ACC, rehabilitation, community-based practice and psychological service
   

About your new role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga 

As a Psychologist at Better Days, you will play a key role in supporting clients with psychological, emotional and behavioural challenges to achieve meaningful recovery, participation and independence. 

• You will manage a diverse caseload across ACC Training for Independence, ACC Psychological Services and private client work in line with New Zealand practice standards, the relevant ACC service schedules, funder requirements and each client’s goals. 

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments in home, community and clinical settings 

• Deliver ACC Psychological Services where appropriate, including assessment, treatment planning, treatment, whānau support, active liaison and reporting in line with the ACC Psychological Services service schedule 

• Deliver evidence-based interventions, including CBT, EMDR, and other therapeutic approaches, tailored to each client’s presentation, context, and goals.

• Develop, monitor and review client treatment plans, rehabilitation plans and participation-focused goals 

• Conduct psychometric, behavioural and functional assessments as required 

• Identify barriers to recovery and support clients to build independence, confidence and meaningful participation 

• Maintain clear and effective communication with Keyworkers, the interdisciplinary team, Recovery Partners, referrers, schools, medical teams and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated care and timely progress updates 

• Provide early education and practical strategies to family/whānau about the effects of psychological problems, injury and adjustment, supporting recovery and coping 

• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical documentation in line with organisational, professional, ACC and other funder standards 

• Manage your own caseload and schedule in collaboration with the Administration team to support efficient appointment management 

• Meet ACC and other funder reporting requirements within agreed timeframes 

• Apply sound clinical reasoning, risk identification, safety planning and escalation processes in community-based practice 
   

Experience needed for this role 

• This role will suit a Psychologist who can work safely and independently in community settings while staying closely connected to an interdisciplinary team. Experience in ACC-funded work is helpful, and support can be provided for candidates who are developing confidence in ACC pathways. 

• Experience completing psychological assessment, formulation, treatment planning, intervention, review and outcome-focused reporting 

• Experience supporting clients with mental health difficulties associated with physical injury, trauma, pain, disability, concussion, neurological injury, adjustment or complex psychosocial change 

• Confidence delivering evidence-based psychological interventions and adapting therapy to client goals, culture, whānau context and functional needs 

• Strong report writing skills, including the ability to translate clinical findings into clear recommendations for clients, whānau, ACC and other funders 

• Understanding of ACC Psychological Services, Training for Independence, rehabilitation or community-based practice is highly desirable 

• Confidence with risk identification, safety planning, professional boundaries and escalation pathways 

• Ability to collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech language therapists, behaviour specialists, medical teams, Recovery Partners and community supports 
   

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, or an equivalent recognised qualification and pathway to registration 

• Current registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and a valid Annual Practising Certificate 

• An appropriate scope of practice, such as Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Neuropsychologist or Educational Psychologist 

• Professional body membership, or eligibility for membership, such as the New Zealand Psychological Society, the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists, or another relevant professional body 

• At least one year of post-qualification experience in a relevant field is preferred, although graduates are also welcome to apply where they can work within scope and engage in appropriate supervision 

• A strong understanding of the New Zealand healthcare system 

• The ability to work autonomously providing in-home and community-based support 

• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice 

• Alignment with Better Days’ values 

• Availability to travel Auckland wide 

• A current full New Zealand driver licence and access to your own car 

• Evidence of your right to work in New Zealand 

How to apply 

To make a bigger difference to people’s lives and your career, click Apply Now. 

If you would like to have a confidential conversation before applying, or if you are interested in a career with Better Days and would like to chat, please email Mia at [email protected]. 

Learn more at www.betterdays.nz. 
 

Commitment to Diversity:   

At Better Days we embrace diversity, inclusivity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities including neurodiverse individuals.    

If you think you’d be great in this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more at: www.betterdays.nz