You will need to have a 2-year post-graduate master’s degree in Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychology or approved equivalent and be eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and specialist endorsement with AHPRA for this position.
POSITION:
The Senior Consultant Psychologist, as part of the Psychology leadership team, is responsible for:
- Contributing to Department wide service development and portfolio responsibility.
- Contributing to the planning and management of Divisional and District activities and promoting sound innovative and responsible casework and community work practice.
- Undertaking research and the development of psychological practice of relevance to child protection and therapy services.
- Providing and enhancing sound clinical governance in relation to psychological practice and services within the team and across the Department.
- Overseeing management of team resources, assigning tasks and ensuring equitable distribution of workload within the relevant team.
- Liaising on local matters with relevant District Directors and other staff.
WHAT’S ON OFFER?
We are currently advertising two (2) permanent, full time opportunities based in East Perth unless otherwise negotiated.
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies that may arise within the next twelve (12) months.
We offer great benefits including:
- a central location close to public transport, cafés and train station
- free access to in-house gymnasium (Head Office only)
- flexible work hours
- discount on private health insurance
- ongoing training and development opportunities
- free flu vaccines (Head Office only)
- free counselling services for you and eligible family members
Additionally we require substantiated evidence of your eligibility to live and work in Australia. Please see section 7 of the JDF for all pre-employment requirements. A criminal record check and departmental check will be conducted prior to commencement.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) will tell you more about the position, or you can contact Stephen Cohen, Chief Psychologist, on 04199 43688 during business hours.
To find out who we are and what we do, visit our website or follow our LinkedIn page.
HOW DO I APPLY?
The Work Related Requirements are found on the JDF and the attached Job Application Kit will help you with your application.
Your application should include:
- a current resume
- a three (3) page statement addressing Work Related Requirements numbers 2, 3,4 and 5 of the role
- a two (2) page covering letter outlining relevant knowledge, experience and skills for the role
- contact details for two (2) work related referees
- a copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors if applicable)
Application tips from our recruitment expert:
For more tips on how to prepare your application visit our employment website.
LODGING YOUR APPLICATION
Please click the ‘Apply for Job’ button. You will be prompted to answer online questions and attach the documents listed above (Word or PDF format only). If you do not receive a confirmation email or you are unable submit your application online please contact a Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 2555 during business hours.
PLEASE NOTE: Allow for unanticipated issues when lodging your application as we do not accept late or emailed applications. It is your responsibility to ensure that your application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.
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Location: East Perth
Attachments:-
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Application for Vacancy Form
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Job Application Kit
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