General Psychologist

First Peoples Health and Wellbeing; Frankston; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Part time

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Job summary

First Peoples Health and Wellbeing in Frankston, VIC, is seeking a General Psychologist to join our Aboriginal primary health care team. The role offers a part-time ongoing position (up to 36 hours per week) with a salary of $110,000–$120,000 pro rata, plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits.

You will provide psychological interventions to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and non-Aboriginal clients, delivering evidence-based practice within a trauma-informed framework and

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and AHPRA.
• Part-time ongoing position (up to 36 hours per week).
• Salary: $110,000–$120,000 pro rata, plus superannuation and salary packaging.

Responsibilities

• To undertake comprehensive assessment of clients, including background, problem behaviours, symptoms, factors and protective factors.
• To liaise with other health professionals to ensure comprehensive assessment and duty of care.
• To develop and formulate clear diagnoses using DSM-5 and other psychometric tools.
• To undertake cognitive assessments, write reports and review letters.
• To conduct CBT, ACT and other evidence-based interventions with clients.
• To develop treatment plans to implement appropriate intervention strategies.
• To write formal reports summarising relevant information and comply with subpoenas or court appearance requests when appropriate.
• To provide information about and/or referral to other services to assist in meeting clients’ needs.
• To meet with other FPHW clinicians and third parties when appropriate.
• To keep confidential, accurate and timely case notes using the Best Practice Software to APS standards.
• To maintain client confidentiality and abide by APS ethical guidelines.
• To perform other duties as negotiated with the Site Manager.

Job description

First Peoples Health and Wellbeing – Frankston VIC

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.

Part-time ongoing position (up to 36 hours per week), offering $110,000–$120,000 pro rata, plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits. Frankston Location.

About First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing

First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeingis an Aboriginal community-controlled health service aiming to improve access to trauma-informed primary health care across Melbourne. Our two clinics are in Frankston and Thomastown. Our workplaces are distinguished by a rare mix of inclusiveness, empathy, excellence and innovation. We are looking for skilled individuals who bring warmth, initiative, and expertise. As an organisation, we support individuals who share our philosophies and values to create an outstanding workplace.

Our vision

Healthcare that meets Australian First Peoples’ health and wellbeing needs

Our purpose

To provide services that meet the health and wellbeing needs of Australian First Peoples

About the role

As a psychologist, you will participate as a member of the FPHW team in providing comprehensive psychological interventions to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and non-Aboriginal clients. The position delivers evidence-based, best practice clinical standards, and culturally informed psychological interventions in line with strategic objectives. You will have a moderate client load, with additional administrative time allocated to case notes, case meetings, and professional development. There is also group supervision included in work time. This is a salaried role including superannuation, annual leave, personal leave, and salary packaging options.

Responsibilities

• To undertake comprehensive assessment of clients, including client background, problem behaviours, presenting symptoms, precipitating factors, perpetuating factors and protective factors.
• To liaise with other health professionals as appropriate to ensure comprehensive assessment and duty of care.
• To develop and formulate clear diagnoses using DSM-5 and other psychometric tools.
• To undertake cognitive assessments, write reports and review letters.
• To conduct CBT, ACT and other evidence-based interventions with clients.
• To develop treatment plans to implement appropriate intervention strategies.
• To write formal reports summarising all relevant information and comply with subpoena or court appearance requests when appropriate.
• To provide, where appropriate, information about and/or referral to other services to assist in meeting clients’ needs.
• To meet with other FPHW clinicians and third parties when appropriate.
• To keep confidential, accurate and timely case notes using the Best Practice Software to an appropriate standard as outlined by APS Code of Ethics.
• To maintain client confidentiality and abide by ethical guidelines proposed by the Australian Psychological Society
• To perform other duties as negotiated with the Site Manager such as data reporting.

Other

• Demonstrate a commitment to professional/personal development.
• Participate in and contribute to team and organisational staff activities and meetings.
• Complete tasks as allocated by the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Manager.
• Participate in RACGP Accreditation requirements.
• Maintain clear communication between all staff

About you

You are a friendly, respectful person with strong organisational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritise. You will be passionate about working in the Aboriginal primary health care sector and commit to providing exceptional care with compassion. We require skilled and professional workers who can demonstrate building strong relationships and trust with the people they work with.

Current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and AHPRA

A person / family centred focus.

Genuine interest and passion for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all ages and social groups.

Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and practice information.

Excellent computer literacy skills and time management skills.

Additional

This position is advertised as a General Psychologist. We welcome interest from:

• Clinical psychologists.
• Community psychologists.
• Counselling psychologists.
• Educational and developmental psychologists.

First Peoples' Health and Wellbeing will close this advertisement should the right candidate be appointed earlier.