Clinical Practice Manager – Victoria University of Wellington – Kelburn, Wellington

• Do you hold an advanced research degree?
• Are you a New Zealand registered Psychologist in the Clinical Psychology Scope of Practice with at least 10 years of clinical experience?
• Do you have experience and training in the supervision of Clinical Psychologists and clinical psychology students?

Mō Te Herenga Waka – About Our University

Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand’s globally ranked capital city university.

Our core ethical values are respect, responsibility, fairness, integrity, and empathy. These core ethical values are demonstrated in our commitment to sustainability, wellbeing, inclusivity, equity, diversity, collegiality, and openness. With, and as, tangata whenua, we value Te Tiriti o Waitangi, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, whai mātauranga, whanaungatanga, and akoranga.

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a full-time, permanent Clinical Practice Manager to join Te Kura Mātai Hinengaro, The School of Psychology.

The Psychology Clinic provides outpatient clinical psychology services to the local community and plays a vital role in the training of clinical students. It sits at the heart of the training programme and provides a structured and scaffolded opportunity for students to begin implementing their learning in a practical setting working alongside clinical staff. All 5th year students have a 10-month placement at the Clinic, and it also provides a venue for 4th year students to have their first taste of clinical work.

The role of the Clinical Practice Manager is to act as team leader for the Clinical Practice Advisors with regard to the supervision and instruction of students and to assist the Clinical Director in the running and development of the programme in line with the School of Psychology and University’s strategic plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Clinic.
• Managing the Clinical Practice Advisors based in the clinic including performance development.
• Overseeing liaison with external agencies providing placements for intern psychologists.
• Supervising clinical students on placement in the clinic.
• Ensuring that the assessment and treatment of clients meets the highest professional standards, taking overall clinical responsibility for clinical practice in the Clinic.
• Supporting the development and delivery of teaching activities related to the Clinical Programme in conjunction with the Director of Clinical Training.
• Engaging in professional activities in the local community to promote clinical psychology (e.g., meetings, professional presentations, consultation).

Ō pūmanawa – About you

You will be a motivated, student-focused individual who can take the initiative, provide effective Clinic leadership and policy compliance.

You will thrive in this role with an excellent manner with people, an ability to influence and manage conflict, strong attention to detail, and self-management skills.

You will be a highly organised self-starter and natural relationship builder, who relishes working autonomously as well as contributing positively to a high performing team of clinical psychologists. You will need effective time management and forward planning to balance meeting deadlines and maintain a high standard of service to both students and clinical staff. The ability to remain calm under pressure and thrive working with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

• A New Zealand registered Psychologist in the Clinical Psychology Scope of Practice with at least 10 years of clinical experience, preferably with most of this experience in mental health settings.
• An advanced research degree (preferably a PhD).
• Competency and knowledge of evidence-based approaches to clinical psychology practice.
• Experience and training in supervision of Clinical Psychologists and clinical psychology students.
• Membership of appropriate New Zealand professional organisations.
• Proven effectiveness in a management / team leader role.
• Proven ability to work constructively and supportively with a wide range of people.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe – Why you should join our team

Our team is passionate about training high quality clinical psychologists, likes sharing ideas, and works in a collaborative manner. We offer you flexible working arrangements, opportunities to develop teaching skills, and learning & development programs for Te reo Māori.

This role, (or some of the work of this role that may be performed in this role) is covered by a Government Public Health Response Order, meaning that such work must be done by a person vaccinated against COVID-19.

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: August 12, 2022

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Professor Tony Ward, tony.ward@vuw.ac.nz. But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important – Application Steps and information

For applicants who are not NZ Citizens or Permanent Residents, we recommend you check the NZ Immigration website for updates related to Covid19 restrictions on entry to New Zealand: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/covid-19

Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for this position then email the completed application form, cover letter and CV or any other supporting documentation to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.