Psychologist (517844)

Department of Health, Tasmania; West Coast; On-site; AUD 110,425 - 119,290; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging available

Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000

Travel and relocation assistance

Access to fitness facilities across Tasmania

Job summary

The Department of Health, Tasmania is seeking a psychologist to join the Family Violence Counselling and Support Services - Children and Young Persons' Program in Burnie, Devonport, and Northwest Tasmania. This full-time position involves working with children and young people who have experienced family violence.

Key responsibilities include providing therapeutic support, conducting psychological assessments, and managing cases. Applicants must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and possess the relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Area of Practice Endorsement in required fields.
• Current Working with Children Registration.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist children and young people to recover from family violence trauma.
• Undertake psychological assessments using standardised methods.
• Provide case management and referrals to agencies.
• Contribute to program development and evaluation.

Skills

Psychological assessments

Therapeutic interventions

Case management

Developmentally appropriate specialist services

Evidence-based practices

Education

Tertiary qualification approved by the Psychology Board of Australia

Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia

Current Working with Children Registration

Current Driver’s Licence

Job description

The Team

Department of Health is seeking a psychologist to join the Family Violence Counselling and Support Services - Children and Young Persons' Program (CHYPP). Join a passionate, dynamic and supportive team in providing counselling and support to children, young people and their families who have experienced family violence.

Role Responsibilities

• 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).

Location

Burnie, Devonport & Northwest Tasmania.

Appointment Details

Permanent, full time, day worker position working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. 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

Allied Health Professional Level 3: $110,425 to $119,290 per annum. Superannuation contribution of 12% on top of this amount. 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 per FBT year and other benefits if eligible.

Allowances

Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000 per annum. Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.

Benefits

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• 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.

Essential Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Area of Practice Endorsement where required (Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Counselling Psychology, Community Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Organisational Psychology, or Sport and Exercise Psychology).
• Current Working with Children Registration.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• Area of practice endorsement in a relevant area where applicable.

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria. Additional information may be required as part of the pre‑employment check.

Statement of Duties

Please refer to the Statement of Duties for a detailed overview of the duties, program and selection process. The statement can be obtained by reviewing the provided documents.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Department of Health is an equal opportunity employer. The department encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people living with disabilities. The department has achieved Carer Accredited Employer Status, providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. Respecting diversity is the foundation of the department's work, fostering trust and collaboration through honest and fair communication.