An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified and experienced Psychologist to join the High Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ) multidisciplinary Performance Support team. This role is embedded within the HPSNZ Athlete Performance Support team and involves working closely with National Sporting Organisations (NSOs).

The Sport Psychologist will lead athlete wellbeing and performance initiatives, providing technical leadership and a range of psychological services, including policy and program development, system-wide assessment, prevention efforts, consultation, individual and group interventions, sport coach consultation/support, and crisis triage.

The position will also include co-managing the Sport Psychology Contractors who contribute to health and performance services. The successful candidate will become part of a dedicated, integrated multidisciplinary team, committed to a holistic approach to health, wellbeing, and performance to help athletes achieve their goals in sport and life.

Requirements:

• Registered psychologist or registration eligible with the New Zealand Psychologist Board.
• Experience in the following relevant areas, including:
  • At least 4+ years of providing psychological services in settings such as university counselling centres, community mental health, outpatient/inpatient hospitals, or private practice.
  • Ideally, 4+ years of experience delivering psychological services within club/community or elite sports contexts (e.g., professional, or Olympic sports).

To apply, please click 'Apply now' below and submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your interest in this role.

Join us in supporting athletes to reach their full potential!

Applications Close: 1 September 2025 at 5:00pm

Job Details

Reference #29576

Posted on 15 Aug 2025

Closes on 05 Sep 2025 17:00

Location (s)Auckland

ExpertisePerformance Psychology

Job level (s)Senior practitioner

Work type (s)Permanent full-time

OrganisationHigh Performance Sport New Zealand

More details (document)HPSNZ Psychologist Job Description.pdf

Additional documentHPSNZ Psychologist Job Description.pdf

Article added: Wednesday 27 August 2025