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Clinical Psychologist
Posted on April 1, 2025
- Wellington City, New Zealand
- No Salary information.
- Part Time

Clinical Psychologist
Permanent Part Time – 15 hours per week
Wellington
The Clinical Psychologist will provide direct clinical support to former refugees, including conducting assessments, offering counselling and therapy, and making referrals to specialist health services. The role also involves advocating for clients in partnership with local and national government agencies. Additionally, the Clinical Psychologist may offer consultation, training, and support to other agencies working with refugee populations.
About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga
- Assess client eligibility, determine service needs, and provide culturally appropriate, goal-focused therapeutic interventions.
- Coordinate client care, involving them in decision-making, and make appropriate referrals to relevant agencies.
- Advocate for clients’ access to services, promoting self-care programs and mental health services within refugee communities.
- Offer clinical consultation and support to other agencies, including co-facilitating therapeutic groups and providing supervision.
- Contribute to service planning, policy development, and offer guidance to refugee programs within Red Cross
- Engage in self-reflective practice and actively collaborate as part of the broader Red Cross Migration team.
Who are we looking for? – Mā wai te mahi nei?
To thrive in this role, you will need:
- Strong knowledge of refugee settlement, trauma, grief, loss, and mental health disorders (e.g., PTSD, depression).
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., degree in counselling) and registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board, with experience working with diverse populations.
- Familiarity with New Zealand health and welfare structures and legal frameworks (e.g., Privacy Act, Health Privacy Code).
- Expertise in therapeutic models for trauma and grief, with the ability to work with interpreters and provide family interventions.
- Excellent communication, networking, and advocacy skills, collaborating with agencies and facilitating group discussions.
- Strong problem-solving, independent working, and project management skills, with a commitment to professional growth. Bilingual skills (e.g., Arabic, Spanish) are a plus.
- Experience in child and adolescent counselling is advantageous but not a requirement
- A full current drivers licence is required for this role
About New Zealand Red Cross
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 10,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us?
At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave
- Career development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
Please submit your application online, as we’re unable to accept direct applications. Your application must include the following documentation:
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Passport
- Legal Right to Work In New Zealand
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 14/04/2025
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Jannine Nock at Jannine.Nock@redcross.org.nz
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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