Psychologist - Senior (Cancer Care) (Bundaberg)

Queensland Government; Queensland; On-site; AUD 231,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer superannuation up to 12.75%

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a psychologist to provide high level clinical care within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The role requires independent professional judgement and the ability to manage a complex caseload while contributing to service development, education and research in the unit.

Role includes leadership and supervision duties, consultation with teams, and a focus on cancer care services across the Wide Bay region.

Qualifications

• High level psychology knowledge applied to cancer care delivery.
• Clinical skills for assessment, treatment planning and case management.
• Leadership and supervision experience in professional settings.

Responsibilities

• Independent professional judgement in problem solving and clinical management.
• Management of a complex caseload with minimal direct supervision.
• Contribution to service development, education and research within the work unit.

Skills

High level psychology knowledge

Clinical skills

Clinical expertise

Leadership

Consultation

Professional supervision

Job description

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.Your opportunity:This position applies high level Psychology knowledge, clinical skills and clinical expertise, leadership, consultation and professional supervision in the provision of cancer care services in the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.The position requires a significant level of independence and personal accountability, including independent professional judgement in problem solving and clinical management, management of a complex caseload beyond that of routine day to day clinical practice, without the need for direct regular clinical practice supervision.The position contributes to service development, education and research in the work unit.Temporary Full Time (76 hours p.f.) from 4th January 2027 until 23rd April 2027 with the possibility of extensionFind out more in the Role Description.Our offer:You will receive competitive salary between $5,086.00 - $5,455.00 p.f., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP4) (Temporary Full Time, 76 hours p.f., from 4th January 2027 until 23rd April 2027 with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for the duration of the vacancy). Job Ad Reference: H2610WB695654Other 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 payDedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development LeaveFlexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceThe 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 lifestyleDiscover BundabergBundaberg 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'This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.