Mental Health Clinician

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for a Mental Health Clinician to join our team. In this role you will support Te Papa Manaaki | Campus Care’s service for urgent presentations and students in distress. This includes gathering information, assessing need, identifying the appropriate support for the student and providing communication and coordination support as required. The role will use clinical assessments to triage needs and determine support or referral to services. The role provides advice and support to staff members across the University who require assistance in responding to a student in distress or urgent presentation. The Mental Health Clinician will also liaise with appropriate services and faculty to support the management of crisis and risk situations and provide follow-up support and training on Campus Care processes.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week role on a permanent contract. The salary range for this role is $80,900 - $99,900 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information, please refer to the position description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant field
• Fully registered under the Health Practitioner Competence Assurance (HPCA) Act 2003, e.g., nurse, psychologist, psychotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker etc
• A current annual practicing certificate

Skills and experience:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience working with clients that are affected by a range of social, physical and psychological issues, preferably with students or young people.
• Demonstrable understanding and experience of crisis and risk management, managing urgent presentations and distress, and de-escalation techniques
• Experience working with young people and providing support services.
• High level of cultural competence
• 6 months to 1 years’ experience making complex assessments and decisions.
• Ability to provide comprehensive clinical assessments and triage.
• Knowledge or awareness of the issues affecting students and young people.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of 27th May 2024 and include an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Kate Mace - [email protected] Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz