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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a progressive and community-focused mental health service in New Zealand.

This role offers the chance to work within an innovative model of care that places strong emphasis on wh?nau-centred approaches, cultural understanding, and equitable healthcare delivery. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of modern mental health services, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support individuals and families across the community.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management for patients across General Adult and/or Older Persons Mental Health services.
• Deliver care within a community-focused, wh?nau-centred model, incorporating culturally appropriate approaches to mental health.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including allied health professionals and community partners.
• Contribute to service development, including designing and implementing new models of care.
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support equitable healthcare delivery, with a focus on improving outcomes for diverse populations.
• Engage with community stakeholders and support the co-design of care pathways.
• Provide clinical leadership and contribute to team development and service planning.
• Participate in teaching and supervision where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent.
• Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) or eligibility for vocational registration in Psychiatry.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Psychiatry at a specialist level or equivalent.
• Broad clinical experience in General Adult Psychiatry and/or Mental Health Services for Older People.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience.

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills in psychiatry.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and community-based teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex and varied caseloads.
• Resilience and ability to work in dynamic and evolving service environments.

Cultural & Professional Attributes

Essential

• Commitment to culturally safe practice and understanding of diverse populations.
• Awareness of and commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Commitment to equity, inclusivity, and patient-centred care.
• Cultural literacy and willingness to work within kaupapa M?ori frameworks.
• Collaborative, flexible, and positive approach to teamwork.
• Full, valid New Zealand driver's licence.