Forensic Psychiatrists

Forensic psychiatry in New Zealand as an integrated, full-scope practice with a public health approach. Consultants work across the full continuum of care within the national forensic network, covering inpatient and rehabilitation, prison consultation, court liaison and community forensic care. New Zealand is strengthening its national forensic mental health capacity, offering opportunities to influence service development, lead and mentor, and practise culturally informed care under Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Remuneration packages are negotiated at the time of offer and reflect clinical specialty, experience, and location.

Responsibilities

Inpatient and rehabilitation: Leading multidisciplinary teams in secure units and overseeing step-down pathways; Prison consultation: Collaborative assessment and treatment within correctional environments in partnership with justice teams; Court liaison: Providing expert legal reports and psychiatric assessments for the judiciary; Community forensic care: Managing risk and supporting the recovery of individuals living in the community; Influence models of care: Play a key role in shaping service development and the evolution of a nationally consistent forensic service; Lead and mentor: Step into leadership roles and shape the next generation of clinicians

Requirements

Able to be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ); Qualifications comparable to FRANZCP

Benefits

GBP ~£7,310 (NZD $18,000) annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance; Paid 3-month sabbaticals every 6 years; Indemnity insurance covered by Health NZ for public practice; Annual practising certificate, vocational registration fees, college memberships and approved professional subscriptions fully reimbursed; Complimentary visa and immigration support; Tailored relocation support to help make your move, if eligible; 6 weeks annual leave; Generous sick leave provisions; 12 public holidays plus time in lieu when worked; 14 weeks paid parental leave alongside the Government's paid parental leave provisions; 2 weeks paid long service leave after every 10 years of continuous service; Straight to Residence Visa eligibility (Psychiatrists are on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Green List)