Psychologist - Paediatric Diabetes

• Permanent Part time role 0.4FTE (16 hours per week)
• Based at Christchurch Health Campus
• Days of work to be negotiated with the successful applicant

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

This role is part of Allied Health and is embedded within the Child Health team, working with the Paediatric Diabetes Service. You will provide developmentally informed psychological care for children and young people with diabetes and their whānau. Working closely with our multidisciplinary team, you’ll support adjustment, wellbeing, adherence, and mental health across the diabetes journey from diagnosis through adolescence. You will contribute psychological expertise to clinics and care planning, help build a culturally safe and equity‑focused service, and play a key role in developing resources and enhancing psychologically informed diabetes care.

In this role you will:

• Deliver psychological assessment, formulation and intervention that reflect developmental stage and diabetes‑specific needs
• Provide support at new‑diagnosis clinics, and contribute to resources and group programmes for whānau and the wider diabetes community
• Offer psychological consultation to the multidisciplinary team, strengthening understanding of behaviour, engagement, and family dynamics
• Identify children and whānau who may benefit from psychology input and coordinate referrals or transitions, including to adult services
• Maintain high‑quality documentation and contribute to service planning, equity actions, and continuous improvement

About the Team

The Paediatric Diabetes team provides evidence‑based care for children and young people with Type 1 and other forms of diabetes. The service sits within Child Health and includes paediatric endocrinologists, diabetes nurse specialists, dietitians, psychology, social work, and Māori health kaimahi, working closely alongside inpatient teams and community supports. The psychology role is supported by the Paediatric Consult Liaison team for peer case supervision and psychiatry input.

About You

You are a compassionate, skilled clinician who brings strong formulation, communication, and collaboration skills to a multidisciplinary environment. You’re motivated by improving outcomes for children and young people with chronic health conditions and are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity.

You will bring:

• Registration (or eligibility) as a Psychologist in Aotearoa New Zealand
• A relevant postgraduate qualification (Clinical Psychology, or Child & Family / Developmental / Educational scope)
• Experience supporting children/young people, ideally within a chronic illness or health setting
• Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, cultural safety, and equitable practice
• Knowledge of relevant ethical and professional legislation, and DSM‑5
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and consultation skills
• Minimum 3 years experience working as a Psychologist preferred
• Initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a fast‑paced multidisciplinary service

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 29th March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

To be eligible for this role you must hold the legal right to work and live in New Zealand you do not hold the legal right to live and work in New Zealand your application will be declined.