Vacancies
At A Change for Better – The ACFB Fund, we provide affordable access to psychological assessments and mental health therapy. While we grow, we will be looking for many different roles so keep an eye out on this page for further updates!
Current Job Openings
Psychiatrist
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.Â
- 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.Â
- 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 to full-time position based online or in your own private practice clinic room. Ability to increase hours as caseload grows up to full-time.Â
Benefits include:
- $300,000 – $350,000/ year (pro-rata)Â 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
Clinical Psychologist
Position Overview:
As a Clinical Psychologist for A Change for Better (ACFB), your professional standards align with the values and mission of ACFB. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality ADHD and autism assessments 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.
- 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 ACFB, funding bodies, and regulatory authorities.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legal and ethical requirements regarding record-keeping, data protection, and privacy.
Qualifications:
- Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and be registered with the Psychology Board of NZ as a Clinical Psychologist.
- Registered to the New Zealand Psychological Society or the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists
- Extensive knowledge and experience doing mental health, autism, and ADHD 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.
- Current Child Worker’s Safety Check if working with minors.
- Private room in your residence capable of handling a desk that can contain a minimum of 2 monitors, preferably 3.
- Priority will go to candidates located on the West Coast, Dunedin, Wellington, and Christchurch due to locational need.
Part-time positions available (hours negotiable/ flexible) based online or in your own private practice clinic room. Ability to increase hours as caseload grows up to full time hours.
Benefits include:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- 4% KiwiSaver match
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave – Government Standards
- Ability to take an additional 4-weeks unpaid leave with reasonable notice
- Flexible working hours – hybrid opportunity
Marketing Manager
We are looking for a Marketing Manager to lead our marketing initiatives and help expand The ACFB Fund’s reach across New Zealand. You will play a crucial role in shaping and executing marketing strategies, driving engagement, and building brand awareness for our services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the mental health and neurodiversity space.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness, donor engagement, and service utilisation.
- Manage social media platforms, content marketing, and community engagement strategies.
- Create and oversee digital and print marketing materials, ensuring consistent branding and messaging.
- Coordinate and execute fundraising campaigns, including online and offline events.
- Analyze marketing data and metrics to optimise campaign performance.
- Work with external agencies, media partners, and internal teams to develop compelling promotional content.
- Develop partnerships with community groups, businesses, and influencers to amplify our mission.
- Maintain and update The ACFB Fund website and other digital assets.
- Ensure all marketing activities align with the Fund’s values, objectives, and bicultural approach.
Key Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in marketing, communications, or a related field (preferably within the non-profit, health, or social services sector).
- Strong understanding of digital marketing, including SEO, social media, email campaigns, and content marketing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to create compelling and empathetic messaging tailored to different audiences.
- Experience with fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies is a plus.
- Familiarity with website management (WordPress) and graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite) is desirable.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A passion for mental health, neurodiversity advocacy, and social impact.
- Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural best practices is a strong advantage.
Why Join The ACFB Fund?
- Work with a passionate and purpose-driven team making a tangible impact in mental health and neurodiversity support.
- Flexible working arrangements (remote-friendly, part-time/full-time options available).
- Opportunity to lead meaningful marketing initiatives that help individuals access essential mental health resources.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued
Benefits include:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- 4% KiwiSaver match
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave – Government Standards
- Ability to take an additional 4-weeks unpaid leave with reasonable notice
- Flexible working hours – hybrid opportunity
