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Consultant Psychiatrist - Tū Māia-Regional Youth Forensics Service
New Zealand Government
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auckland, New-Zealand
Location
auckland
Posted
June 27, 2026
Commute
Local Area
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Job Description
Helping to make a difference to our young clients' lives.
Leading teaching hospital within supportive, stimulating atmosphere.
Permanent, full‑time / part‑time role Monday to Friday, based in Greenlane Clinic Centre – Auckland NZ.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including risk assessments for self‑harm, harm to others, and vulnerability.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating pharmacological interventions, psychotherapy, and behavioral strategies.
- Prepare forensic reports and provide expert testimony in court, clearly communicating complex psychiatric concepts to legal professionals.
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with young people, taking into account their developmental stage, cultural background, and individual experiences.
- Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, psychologists, lawyers, and law e...