Clinical and Team Lead - Neuropsychology (528288)

Job Description:

Do you want to be a part of a dynamic team of psychologists and health care professionals? We are offering an exciting and rewarding opportunity to be part of a work place that supports contemporary, evidence-informed practice, professional support and opportunities for growth. We are a growing team of high achieving professionals, passionate and committed to our work and community.

The role:

• Provide clinical leadership, and professional support to Psychologists working in Psychology Services, ensuring that evidence-based practice is provided in accordance with organisational policies and the professional code of conduct of the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Assist the Manager Psychology Services with coordination and management of Psychology Services, including recruitment and supervision of staff and students.
• Provide clinical leadership in quality improvement initiatives and maintain relationships with key clinical stakeholders.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The Psychology services team are:

• A team of Clinical psychologists, Neuropsychologists and Health Psychologists working alongside multidisciplinary professionals in allied health, nursing and medical teams
• We offer professional development support, peer review and clinical supervision including to new graduates and psychology registrars.
• Support, mentoring and development from a psychology and allied health leadership team.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, part time, day worker position working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary: $116,616 to $124,147 pro-rata, per annum + 11% superannuation + access to salary packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $122,908 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type
• Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
• Salary range is in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

1. Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
2. Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia
3. Holds area of Practice endorsement in Neuropsychology OR completed an approved postgraduate qualification accredited as fifth and sixth year of study in the approved area of practice of Neuropsychology, with Board approved supervised practice in the registrar program, as outlined within the ‘Guidelines on area practice endorsements’ of the Psychology Board of Australia.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

1. Registrations as a supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia
2. Post Graduate degree in Neuropsychology

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty

2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

• 528288 Clinical and Team Lead - Neuropsychology AHP4 (Aug 2023) CSU.pdf
• 528288 Clinical and Team Lead - Neuropsychology AHP4 (Aug 2023) CSU.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information (Contact Officer)

Caroline Davis

Position: Manager Psychologist Services
Phone: 0417 828 987
E-mail: caroline.davis@ths.tas.gov.au

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