Vacancies

Position Overview:

As a Psychiatrist for The ACFB Fund, you will undergo a thorough vetting process to ensure your qualifications, experience, and adherence to professional standards align with the values and mission of The ACFB Fund. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality mental health assessments and medications to individuals who may not otherwise qualify for support or resources.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment and Treatment:

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments to evaluate clients’ needs, concerns, and goals.
• Utilise evidence-based assessment tools and clinical expertise to inform accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
• Prescribe medications where appropriate.
• Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to support their mental well-being.

Ethical and Professional Practice:

• Adhere to the professional codes of ethics and standards of practice relevant to your field and membership organisations.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy in all interactions with clients, ensuring their rights and autonomy are respected.
• Stay informed about current research, best practices, and developments in the field of mental health therapy.
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities to enhance your knowledge and skills.

Collaborative Care:

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including other mental health professionals and peer support staff, to ensure holistic and coordinated care for clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients’ healthcare providers, social services, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate continuity of care.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and clinical supervision to support collaborative decision-making and professional growth.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Complete and submit reports and documentation as required by The ACFB Fund, funding bodies, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and ethical requirements regarding record-keeping, data protection, and privacy.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand and full membership of RANZCP. 
• If based abroad, eligibility for such registration and membership is required. Permanent Residency or a suitable Work Visa should be obtained through Immigration New Zealand prior to submitting application for this role. 
• At least three years post-registration experience working with children and/or adults in clinical settings is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience doing assessments online.
• Maintain current and valid licensure or registration as required by the regulatory bodies in New Zealand.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional development through participation in relevant training, workshops, and conferences.
• Ability to pass a police check.
• Hold professional indemnity insurance.

This is a part-time position (8 hours/ week) based online or in your own private practice clinic room. Ability to increase hours as caseload grows up to full-time. 

Benefits include:

• $300,000 – $350,000/ year (pro-rata) with a 4% KiwiSaver match (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave – Government Standards
• 2%/ 4% Salary sacrifice for an additional week or two of leave
• Up to $1,000 payment towards your professional registration fees yearly
• Flexible working hours – work around your lifestyle!
• Work-from-home opportunity