Psychologist - Paediatrics (528595)

Job Description:

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An exciting opportunity exists for a psychologist to join our team in Psychology Services working in the north and/or north-west regions in Tasmania.

Tasmania offers a unique culture and lifestyle, with a strong sense of community and belonging. Say goodbye to lengthy commutes, and enjoy breath-taking coastlines, National Parks, and incredible fresh produce crafted by locals, all within a stone’s throw of your workplace. Our relatively small size enables you to develop a strong understanding of your patients and to see the difference you make in their lives but is still large enough to offer opportunities for career progression, diversity in work, and development of areas of specialisation. The slower paced lifestyle allows you to practice mindfully and to find meaning in your work. Our relative geographical isolation has led to a culture of innovation, resourcefulness, and collaboration, and you have the opportunity to be part of shaping the future of our healthcare system.

The Role:

Working within a multidisciplinary team, as the Tasmanian Community Paediatric Service (TCPS) psychologist, you will be providing evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions to paediatric outpatient patients in the north and/or north-west region of Tasmania. TCPS provides specialised, coordinated multidisciplinary paediatric service providing care to children, young people, and their families across the state.

The role involves:

• Working to support the development and safety of children 0-18 years.
• Providing assessment and intervention to address developmental needs.
• Working with a wide range of clinical populations, bringing diversity to the role and enabling rapid broadening of clinical knowledge and experience.
• Liaising with community providers to link children and their families in with relevant services and supports.
• Community travel as required.

Please get in touch to discuss this opportunity further and how this may fit with your career goals.

Psychology Services

You sit within the broader Psychology Services -South team. Our team consists of clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, and health psychologists, working across inpatient and outpatient settings. We are a dynamic team of high achieving clinicians, who are passionate and committed to our work and community. You will also form part of a dedicated team of Allied Health Professionals, within a workplace that supports contemporary, client-centred, evidence-based practice, professional support, and opportunities for growth.

Within the Psychology Services team 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.
• Opportunities for rotations to gain experience in different clinical areas.

Details of Appointment

Fixed term full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until June 2025.

*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:

$106,966 - $123,013 pro rata per annum + 11% superannuation contribution.

You will also be able 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.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
• Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
• Current Working with Children Registration

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Endorsement by the Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Neuropsychologist
• Post graduate degree in Clinical Psychology or Clinical 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:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. 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

• Psychologist - Paediatrics HP03.pdf
• Psychologist - Paediatrics HP03.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 -

Caroline Davis

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

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