Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE821789
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
Psychologists with provisional or general registration are encouraged to apply.
The Midwest education region is seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic school psychologist.
There are two location options available by negotiation, Carnarvon or Geraldton (regular visits to Carnarvon will be required).
About the role
As a school psychologist with the Midwest, you will be joining a team of around 16 psychologists from early career through to many years of experience. You will be providing service to Carnarvon Community College and other schools within the region as required.
Working in the Midwest education region will provide you with an opportunity to work with culturally diverse populations and the chance to be part of your local community and make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Professional benefits
This position attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:
- Salary range of $83,312 - $92,272 (provisional registration), $96,747 - $134,404 (general registration)
- 8 weeks’ vacation leave (aligned with school holidays)
- 10.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- more than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
- free relocation (intra and interstate)
- Psychology Board of Australia approved supervision (if required) and access to our highly regarded Induction Program over two years
- professional leadership and support
Where the successful applicant is located in Carnarvon, the following additional benefits apply:
- Locality allowance of $1,723
- A school psychologist attraction and retention incentive of $10,210, approved to 31 December 2024; and
- Air-conditioning subsidy.
Note that additional payments are gross, per annum amounts, and will be adjusted for tenure and work fraction.
About Carnarvon Community College
Carnarvon Community College provides education to students and families of all ages across the entire town of Carnarvon. In mid-2019 the College amalgamated as a single site school and opened its new state of the art facilities, ushering in a new era of education in Carnarvon where they strive to produce the best possible academic outcomes for every child.
The college motto ‘Growing Excellence Together’ highlights some of the foundational aspects of the College. Firstly, its commitment to continuous improvement and growth. Secondly the pursuit of excellence and the high expectations for students. Finally, the importance of all the community working together to ensure every student is a successful student.
Carnarvon Community College is committed to student health and wellbeing as well as developing exceptional teaching and learning programs to ensure all students have the opportunity to achieve success.
Kindergarten through to Year 12 offerings are supplemented by an outstanding KindiLink program targeting 0 – 3-year-old children and their families. The College is also supported directly on site by the Clontarf Academy and Shooting Stars program for girls. In addition to this, aspirant Aboriginal students have access to additional academic support through the Follow the Dream academy with further offerings including a College Band, the Bushrangers program and the Performing Arts expertise provide by the Australian Girls’ Choir through the Girls from Oz.
The Senior Secondary programs include three pathways. For Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) students, the College provides a selection of face-to-face courses and the full range of School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) courses supported on site by an Independent Learning Coordinator. For General Western Australian Certificate of Education
(WACE) pathway students, the College offers a range of both Courses of Study and Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications to support students in achieving their WACE. They also have a Flexible Learning Pathway, a Work Ready program that targets students outside of the WACE pathway and improving employability and opportunities for them.
The location and community
The Midwest education region is spread along a picture-perfect coast into the striking outback, showcasing the best landscapes WA has to offer. Recognised for its unique natural environment, the Midwest is one of only five areas in the world with both marine and terrestrial biodiversity hot spots and home to UNESO World Heritage sites, making it internationally recognised and protected. Stretching over more than 340km of coastline and 600km into central desert, the Midwest is one of Australia’s sunniest and diverse regions.
Nearly double the size of the United Kingdom, the Midwest has a diverse population of around 58,000, with Aboriginal people representing 12% of the population, and a quarter of residents born outside Australia. A majority of the population live along the coastline with smaller towns and communities located throughout the inland desert areas.
The 47 public schools in the Midwest education region service 7,774 students and are a mixture of coastal and inland schools, ranging from a few hours driving to a few hours flying, from Perth.
For more information about Carnarvon visit Carnarvon - Australia's Coral Coast
For additional information about housing and relocation please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our region for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
2. Knowledge of the implementation and evaluation of a variety of psychological approaches appropriate for individual, group and system-level intervention.
4. Highly developed interpersonal skills, which demonstrate an ability to function in a self-directed way, and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, working with a range of clients across the lifespan, Department personnel and inter-agency partners across a variety of contexts.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Remaining selection criteria can be found on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Carnarvon Community College can be found by visiting www.carnarvoncc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online. Additional information about the Midwest education region can be found here.
Want to know more about working as a school psychologist in WA public schools? Visit our Careers page.
For further job related information:
Please contact Susan Petsos, Lead School Psychologist, by telephoning 0491 229 464 or emailing Susan.Petsos@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the above work criteria in context of the role and business needs of the school. The remaining selection criteria (1, 3 and 5) will be assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
- hold or be eligible for provisional or general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 9 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
