Clinical, Counselling, Forensic Psychologist

Department of Communities; Armadale, Canning; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible work options

12% employer super contributions

Novated leases & work laptops

Job summary

Department of Communities in Western Australia seeks a Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist to provide infant mental health services for children aged 0-4 in out-of-home care. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess and treat mental health needs, supporting school readiness.

You will coordinate services, offer clinical guidance to staff, and run psychoeducational groups with caregivers, drawing on evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Two-year postgraduate master's degree in Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychology.
• Eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and specialist endorsement with AHPRA.
• Advanced knowledge of complex developmental trauma and infant mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide infant mental health services for young children in out-of-home care.
• Coordinate services to support ongoing development and school readiness.
• Provide clinical advice for Department staff and facilitate psychoeducational groups for caregivers.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary allied health team and other practitioners.

Skills

Infant mental health

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychology

Job description

More Than Just a Job!

At Communities we play a vital role in supporting and strengthening communities across Western Australia. We provide services and work with our partners to keep children safe, provide vital community services, including in emergencies, address homelessness, prevent family and domestic violence and provide stewardship for the disability sector. Our work also includes regulating early childhood education and care and leading initiatives across women’s interests, youth, seniors and ageing, carers, and volunteering.

Why Work With Us?

• We offer some of the most competitive public sector wages in Australia.
• We are a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program .
• Flexible work options – flexi leave, banked leave and public service holidays.
• More for your future – 12 per cent employer super contributions.
• Smart salary packaging – novated leases & work laptops.

Read more about the benefits of working with us.

Your Role. Your Impact.

Integrated Therapy Services is a multidisciplinary, specialist service designed to promote the health and wellbeing of young children with a history of developmental trauma experiences. The service provides coordinated, evidence-based prevention, early detection and early intervention services to support children’s recovery and development. As a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic Psychologist , you will be responsible for providing infant mental health services for young children living in out-of-home care. You will have the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary allied health team and collaborate with other practitioners to assess and treat the mental health and early developmental needs of infants in out of home care aged 0-4 years. You will assist with the coordination of services for the infant, to support their ongoing development and school readiness. You will also provide clinical advice for Department staff and facilitate psychoeducational groups with caregivers to support trauma-informed caregiving of children. Advanced knowledge of complex developmental trauma and experience in infant mental health are highly desirable for this role. Additional skills and attributes that will be valuable include commitment to evidence-based practice and the development of professional skills and knowledge; the ability to contribute to ongoing service development; effective collaboration with other professionals; and well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. In this role you will be supported through supervision, professional development opportunities, and collegial support. This is a highly rewarding role in which you will make an essential contribution to the social and emotional wellbeing of children, ultimately supporting positive life outcomes for this vulnerable cohort.

In this role you will perform within the framework of the Psychology Board of Australia Code of Conduct for Psychologists using clinical expertise. Visit Careers at Communities – our roles for more information. We believe all our people are leaders, regardless of their role. Our Leadership Expectations , outlined in Building Leadership Impact, describe the behaviours and mindsets we value. The leadership context for this position is Leading Others. If you’d like to know more about the team or the role, connect with Veronica Edwards, Chief Psychologist, on 0437 260 574. For more details, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) .

Opportunities Available

• Current Vacancies: 1 part-time (0.6 FTE) permanent position available for immediate filling.
• Recruitment Pool: This recruitment pool may be used to fill various fixed term or permanent, full-time and part-time positions arising within the next 12 months.

Applicants will be considered for vacancies in the location of the advertised role/location preferences specified in their application.

Qualification Requirements Psychologist Operational Officer Qualified 3 :

A 2-year post graduate masters 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.

Applicants will be assessed on their ability to meet the following Suitability Requirements

Organisational Requirements: Demonstrated respectful, collaborative and inclusive behaviours when working with clients, colleagues, Aboriginal communities and partner agencies. Demonstrated self-awareness, adaptability and commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice. Able to work in Cannington and Armadale Districts. Available to commence as soon as possible. The Suitability Requirements may be assessed at any stage of the recruitment process, which may include interview, referee reports and/or other assessment methods. Appointment is subject to meeting all Suitability Requirements.

Equity and Diversity Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Macarena Acosta, HR Advisor at [e-mail] or via phone [phone]. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Integrity and Honesty In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. To read more, click here .

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Contact: Macarena Acosta, HR Advisor on 0466 349 452 or [e-mail] We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers National Relay Service: TTY/Voice: 133 677 Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727 SMS Relay: 0423 677 767 Privacy Notice Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act) . By submitting your application, you acknowledge the collection of your personal information. For further details on how your information is handled, please view our Privacy Policy. Please note: This recruitment process may be closed or withdrawn at any stage. Applicants will be notified if this occurs. Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.