Psychology Intern Hub Services 2027 & 2028

🏥 Tender Overview Health New Zealand (Te Whatu Ora) is inviting proposals for the establishment and coordination of up to four Psychology Intern Hub Services across Aotearoa New Zealand for the 2027–2028 period. This initiative aims to bolster the national psychology workforce pipeline by increasing internship capacity within mental health and addiction services. 📋 Key Requirements & Scope This is a closed competitive procurement restricted to existing Health New Zealand-funded mental health and addiction service providers. Applicants must demonstrate: Established clinical service delivery environments. Robust governance and supervision capabilities. Strong cultural support frameworks. Capacity to manage up to five psychology interns per hub, led by a dedicated Coordinating Supervisor. 🎯 Desired Outcomes Workforce Development: Strengthen the psychology pipeline in alignment with He Ara Oranga and Kia Manawanui Aotearoa. Clinical Excellence: Provide high-quality training, supervision, and intern wellbeing support. Equitable Outcomes: Improve cultural responsiveness and service integration. 📅 Important Details Contract Term: Initial two-year term (2027–2028) with a potential two-year extension. Procurement Type: Request for Proposals (RFP). Keywords: Psychology Internships, Mental Health Workforce, Clinical Training, Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, Workforce Development, Addiction Services, Clinical Supervision.