Overview
New Zealand's Department of Corrections is recruiting a permanent Psychologist in Auckland to deliver psychological assessment and interventions for people in prison and community settings, including individuals assessed as having a high risk of reoffending.
Full job description
The official government vacancy lists a salary range of NZD 83,286 to NZD 133,370 per year. It also describes an international relocation package for eligible overseas hires that can include up to NZD 10,000 for freight, airfares for the successful candidate and travelling family, four weeks of accommodation, four weeks of rental vehicle support, airport transfers up to NZD 300 and eligible stopover accommodation. International applicants are directed to confirm their eligibility for New Zealand psychologist registration.
Requirements & qualifications
Applicants need at least a Master's degree in Psychology, with Clinical or Forensic Psychology identified by the employer, and registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board in the clinical, counselling or general scope of practice. Candidates should have the professional skills required to assess and treat complex offending-related needs. Overseas applicants should verify registration eligibility directly with the relevant New Zealand authority.
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Verification notes
Verified against the current New Zealand Government Jobs listing for reference NZ/1925341TBT. The page lists the role as permanent in Auckland, published 18 August 2026, closing 15 September 2026, with the stated salary range and international relocation package. Relocation assistance is not treated as a guaranteed visa-sponsorship claim because the source does not state that.
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