Child Psychologist - Head to Health Kids

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

An Aboriginal health organization in Alice Springs is seeking a Child Psychologist to provide assessment and therapeutic services to Aboriginal children aged 0-12. The role involves working in a multidisciplinary team to support mental health and well-being, requiring full AHPRA registration and experience in child psychology. The position offers competitive salary and extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous salary packaging

Six weeks' annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Access to health services

Qualifications

• Full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• Eligibility for a Medicare Provider Number.
• Experience providing psychological support to children aged 0-12.
• Excellent communication skills in a cross-cultural environment.
• Current Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and therapeutic services for Aboriginal children.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to support children with mental health challenges.
• Manage therapy and family support to limit mental health severity.

Job description

Compensation

• Base Salary: $114,348- $138,391 (p.a.)
• Total Effective Package: $140,108 - $169,204 (p.a.)*
• Full Time, Max Term Contract

Working with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Competitive salaries, Generous salary packaging
• Six (6) weeks\' annual leave
• A strong commitment to Professional Development
• Access to the Congress health services for you and your family at no cost
• District allowance

Role Description

The Child Psychologist is responsible for providing psychologist assessment and therapeutic services to Aboriginal children aged between the ages of 0-12 and their families to optimise the child\'s mental health. The position works within a multidisciplinary team to support children with suspected or emerging mental illness or behavioural challenges including early assessment, therapy, management and family support to limit the severity and progression of mental health challenges.

To be considered for this position, you will require:

• Full registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Eligibility to apply for a Medicare Provider Number and bill for services rendered
• Demonstrated experience in providing psychological support to children, particularly those aged 0-12 years, with a strong understanding of child development
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate sensitively in a cross-cultural environment
• Current Drivers Licence.

Contact information

Farley Fraser, Senior Manager Head to Health Kids on 0490 044 405 or [e-mail]

*Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.

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