What sets us apart
Empowering Better Lives - It's What We Do At APM, our purpose is simple yet profound - to enable better lives every single day. As a dynamic team of allied health superstars, we are fiercely committed to excellence and delivering culturally responsive, quality services to our community. Guided by our Tikanga Māori values of Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Wairuatanga, Whānaungatanga and Rangatiratanga, we make a genuine difference.
The location
This role is based in our Wellington office, our nations charismatic capital, where vibrant culture meets stunning landscapes. Immerse yourself in its creative heartbeat, explore picturesque waterfronts, and relish the surrounding hills' embrace. Come and discover all that Te Whanganui-a-Tara has to offer!
What's in it for you
To enable you and your clients to thrive, you will be provided with all the tools and professional development you need, such as:
- Ongoing learning and development to keep your skills sharp.
- A genuine commitment to flexibility and trust to take ownership of your day.
- The opportunity for career progression at APM or another of our partner brands globally.
What you’ll be doing
No two days are ever the same! You’ll be exposed to diverse cultures and clinical opportunities, working with a range of clients and mental health conditions. You will be supported by a dedicated team leader, as well as the clinical lead for psychology and the clinical advisory team in developing and honing your skills in the services APM provides.
APM employs general, counselling, clinical and neuropsychologists, and APM psychologists:
- manage a clinical case load equivalent to 6.5 hours of client contact time a day
- work across a variety of contracts including, ACC contracts such as Sensitive Claims, Psychological Services, Training for Independence and Pain Management Services, as well as other services such as Police and private referrals.
- Provide evidence-based talking therapy
- Deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports
- Engage in collaborative, multi-disciplinary treatment of clients
- Clinical psychologists and neuropsychologist can deliver or develop into delivering neuropsychological assessment services.
Your Perks & Rewards
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Car for work and full personal use (for roles working over 30 hours/week)
- Reimbursement of Professional membership and Annual Practicing Certificate
- Professional development and supervision support
- Laptop & phone provided
- Support from national clinical and cultural panels, focus groups and special interest groups.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold a Master's degree or higher in Psychology.
- Provide high quality, evidence based talking therapies, for example CBT, EMDR, DBT, Schema therapy, ACT, etc.
- Complete and deliver high quality clinical assessments and reports
- Have excellent communication skills and a team-orientated approach to delivering intervention
- Have excellent time-management skills and the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
For positions involving neuropsychological assessment, a demonstrated background in clinical and/or neuropsychology and documented completion of relevant university-level coursework in Neuropsychology is essential.
Professional Credentials
- Must be registered with the Psychologists Board of New Zealand.
- Possess a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
- Need to be eligible for registration or registered with the New Zealand Psychological Society or The New Zealand College for Clinical Psychologist
Other Essentials
- Current full NZ driver license
- NZ/AU Citizen or valid NZ work visa
For more information, please reach out to Luke, Talent Consultant at Luke.Serfontein@apmworkcare.co.nz
Our mission is to create positive change and enable better lives.
Our whakataukī He waka eke noa – We’re all in this together..
At APM we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures including indigenous peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with a disability.
