Psychologist - Senior (Bundaberg)

Health; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer superannuation up 2

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development allowance

Salary sacrificing options

Job summary

Queensland Health in Bundaberg is seeking a Senior Psychologist to join the Community Care Unit at Bundaberg Hospital. You will deliver high-level psychological services within a recovery-oriented framework, including assessment, intervention and rehabilitation, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

As the sole psychologist in the unit, you will provide leadership and consultation to clinicians, with flexible full- or part-time hours (HP4).

Qualifications

• High level knowledge and clinical competence in managing people with complex and serious mental health issues within a recovery-oriented framework.
• Deliver high-level psychological clinical services including assessment, intervention and rehabilitation within the Community Care Unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and high-level consultation to clinicians from multiple disciplines.
• Deliver specialised psychological services as the sole psychology position within the Community Care Unit, Wide Bay MH&SS.

Job description

# Psychologist - Senior (Bundaberg)**Queensland Health** (Organisation site) Community Care Unit, Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services, Bundaberg Hospital**MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH!**Join Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services as a Psychologist Senior with the Community Care Unit at Bundaberg Hospital. Use your clinical expertise to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges, promote recovery and build independence. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care, develop tailored treatment plans and help people achieve meaningful outcomes in the community. Take the next step in your career and make a positive impact on the lives of people in Wide Bay.**APPLY NOW AND MAKE A LASTING DIFFERENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH!**## Job details| | || --- | --- || Position status | Permanent || Position type | Full-time,Part-time || Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support || Classification | HP4 || Workplace Location | Wide Bay || Job ad reference | QLD/H2610WB696005 || Closing date | 30-Nov-2026 || Fortnightly salary | $5086 - $5455 || Total remuneration | $132690 up to $162378 || Salary Other | $66.92 - $71.77 p.h. || Job duration | See Job Details || Contact person | Carin Van Grunsven || Contact details | [phone] Access the National Relay Service |***Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.*****Your opportunity:*** Provide high level of knowledge, skill and clinical competence in the area of managing people with complex and serious mental health issues and their families within a recovery-oriented framework, whilst ensuring the active participation of consumers, carers and families in all aspects of the mental health care they receive.* Deliver specialised psychological clinical services, including assessment, intervention and rehabilitation programs as the sole psychology position within the Community Care Unit, Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services, Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.* Provide leadership, high level of consultation, advice and support to clinicians from various disciplines working with people with complex and serious mental health issues.***Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) or Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable).*****Find out more in the Role Description**.**Our offer:**You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $162,378 p.a., comprising salary between $132,690 - $142,317 p.a. (f/t) or comprising salary between $66.92 - $71.77 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP4) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f., or Permanent Part Time Positions, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2610WB696005**Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:*** Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%* Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%* Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay* Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave* Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance* The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle**Discover Bundaberg**Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country, just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery.**How to apply:**The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. \\*\\*\\*APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE\\*\\*\\****Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure******‘Care, connection and compassion for all'***## Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.File types accepted: .jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc and docx. Do not upload zipped files, tagged pdfs or protected documents. If you have difficulty viewing the role description in pdf format, contact: [e-mail]## DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.* Document Preparation Guide (PDF) Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF) Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF) H2610WB696005 - RD (PDF)