Psychologist at APM Group

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Assessment, Evidence-Based Therapy, CBT, ACT, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Care, Neuropsychological Assessment, Case Management, Functional Rehabilitation, Clinical Reporting, MDT Collaboration, Time Management, Communication Skills, Diagnosis, Causation Analysis, Validity Testing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description Make a Real Difference – Join a vibrant Team that has clients at its core. Are you a high-performing clinician ready to use your expertise where it truly matters? At APM, we are a values-led, customer-obsessed team committed to delivering best-in-class service to people when they need it most. We’re seeking a Psychologist to join our ACC services, across both assessment and treatment pathways. Opportunities include mental injury and neuropsychological assessments (MICPI, WRMI), as well as evidence‑based treatment across ACC Psychological Services, Pain, Concussion, and Training for Independence (TI). This role is based in our Christchurch office. 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. 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. Treatment roles Competence in evidence‑based interventions (e.g. CBT, ACT, EMDR, trauma‑informed) Focus on functional rehabilitation and outcomes‑based treatment Treatment only roles available (no mental injury assessment delivery) Assessment roles (Mental Injury & Neuropsychology) Eligible for mental injury assessments (MICPI/WRMI) and/or NZ‑registered psychologist with a current APC, competent in independent psychological assessment (not treatment), including diagnosis, causation, functional impact, and ACC‑aligned reporting. Eligible under the ACC Neuropsychological Assessment Services contract Clinical or Neuropsychology scope Postgraduate neuropsychology training (for neuropsych roles) Strong skills in independent assessment, validity testing, and ACC‑aligned reporting Assessment‑only roles available (no treatment delivery) Your Perks & Rewards 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 NZ Psychologists Board registration with current APC Strong formulation, documentation, and MDT collaboration skills 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, vocational registration as a clinical or neuropsychologist is required. Clinical psychologist will need to demonstrate completion of graduate level coursework in Neuropsychology. Must be registered with the Psychologists Board of New Zealand before starting Other Essentials Current full NZ driver license NZ/AU Citizen For more information, please reach out to Roz, Talent Coordinator at [email protected] Applications close 28 July 2026. Please note, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and if we find the right candidate before the closing date, we will remove the advertisement early. Site Address: Part Of Level 1 (north)324 Manchester Street, CHRISTCHURCH CENTRAL, NZ, 8013 Job Function Group: Health Job Function: Psychology Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

Manage a clinical caseload providing evidence-based talking therapy and high-quality clinical assessments for ACC services. Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver treatment across pathways including pain, concussion, and mental injury.