Forensic Psychiatry in New Zealand

Shape the future of care in a system that supports you.

In New Zealand, forensic psychiatry isn't just a job - it's an integrated, full-scope practice defined by clinical breadth and a public health approach. Unlike more siloed international systems, our model allows you to move beyond traditional barriers and contribute to meaningful, system-wide change. You will work across the entire patient pathway, providing longitudinal care at the interface of mental health and justice.

The integrated clinical model

Our service is built on connection. As a consultant within our national forensic network, you will typically operate across the full continuum of care.

• Inpatient and rehabilitation: Leading multidisciplinary teams in secure units and overseeing step-down pathways
• Prison consultation: Collaborative assessment and treatment within correctional environments in partnersh...