Psychologist (515215)

Department of Health, Tasmania; City of Hobart; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service in Tasmania is seeking a psychologist to provide specialist psychological services to children and families affected by family violence. The role emphasizes collaborative, evidence-based therapeutic practices and requires specific qualifications. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, contributing to a meaningful impact within the community.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Professional development allowance

Travel and relocation assistance

Access to fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Assist children and young people recovering from family violence trauma.
• Provide psychological services and therapeutic support.
• Undertake psychological assessments and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological services to affected children.
• Contribute to program development and evaluation.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary framework.

Skills

Psychological assessments

Therapeutic interventions

Case management

Evidence-based practice

Education

Tertiary qualification approved by Psychology Board

Registered with Psychology Board of Australia

Tools

Standardised assessment methods

Job description

The Team:

The Family Violence Counselling and Support Service (FVCSS) offers specialised counselling and support to assist adults, children and young people who have experienced family violence. This service is part of the Safe at Home service system, with a strong focus on the safety and well‑being of victim survivors of family violence.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Background:

The Children and Young Persons’ Program (CHYPP) was established as part of the Safe at Home whole of government integrated response to family violence within Tasmania. CHYPP is located within the Family Violence Counselling and Support Service (FVCSS) and works in close collaboration with other key Safe at Home agencies.

The Role:

Provide specialist psychological services to children, young people and families affected by family violence, in accordance with best practice principles and within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.

You will need to:

• Assist children and young people to recover from the effect of family violence trauma through the delivery of developmentally appropriate specialist psychological services and therapeutic support.
• Undertake appropriate forms of interventions within family violence, trauma and attachment frameworks in line with evidence‑based practice and contemporary therapeutic models.
• Undertake psychological assessments of children, young people and their families using standardised assessment methods.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, case management services and, if necessary, referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Contribute to and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of programs, including group programs and sessions for clients of Children and Young Persons’ Program (CHYPP) and Family Violence Counselling and Support Service (FVCSS).

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

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 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, part time, and casual vacancies.

Location:

Hobart - Tasmania

Salary:

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 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 No.2 of 2022.

Salary Packaging:

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

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development allowance of $1000 per annum
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Eligibility:

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia
• Working with Children Registration
• Current Driver’s Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Registered Psychologist, giving eligibility for membership of the Australian Psychological Society, with relevant tertiary qualifications and clinical experience in the human services sector

Pre‑employment checks:

Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence, sex related offences, serious drug offences, crimes involving dishonesty, serious traffic offences, Identification check, Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre‑employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

• Generic Psychologist (FVCSS) HP03 (July 2023) WWCR CSU (1).docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How To Apply

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

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• 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:

Sarena Sikora
CHYPP Team Leader
[phone]
[e-mail]

Important information

The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly. To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle. One Health Podcast - Spotify. One Health Podcast - Apple. Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian. Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.