Programme Lead Psychologist

• Location flexible
• 12 month fixed term contract with flexible working
• Iconic Not for Profit organisation

We have an exciting and rewarding Programme Lead Psychologist opportunity to provide clinical rigour and specialist support, advice, consultation and coaching to managers and teams to ensure services delivered by Idea Services are in line with best practice and clinical reasoning. Working closely with people with an intellectual disability and their whanau, you will build on their capability and confidence to engage with appropriate services for their needs.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

• Current registration with the NZ Psychologists Board.
• Experience working with people with an ASD/ID and/or Mental Health.
• Exceptional experience and understanding of Positive Behaviour Support.
• Experience in translating clinical requirements for application by non-clinical positions.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and successful partnerships with support staff, clinicians, specialists and other staff.
• Developed networks among mental health, other specialists and health professionals.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and autonomously.
• Previous experience in developing and delivering training.
• Ability to lead and support others and provide clear advice.
• Full NZ Drivers Licence.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you?

• Rewarding opportunity to work for a meaningful cause with an established not-for-profit organisation that provides support services to people with intellectual disabilities.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture with a focus on our people's wellbeing.
• Warm and welcoming team environment with approachable and supportive management.
• Employee benefits including attractive discounts with leading retailers/fitness centres and eyecare.

Mō mātou | About us (IDEA Services)
IDEA Services supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes and enjoy life as part of their communities. We are New Zealand's largest provider of services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Our services are founded on IHC's utter commitment for people with intellectual disabilities to have a good life and to be valued contributors to and members of their own community.
IDEA Services Ltd is an accredited Immigration AEWV employer

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV, and cover letter outlining your previous experience and motivation to apply for this role. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@ihc.org.nz.
The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Applicants can direct enquiries about position to:
Rickardt van Dyk
Rickardt.van Dyk@idea.org.nz

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