Psychologist - TEDS

The Australian Psychological Society Limited; City of Burnie; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and relocation assistance

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Leave entitlements

Salary packaging

Job summary

The Tasmanian Department of Health is seeking a Psychologist for the Tasmanian Eating Disorder Service (TEDS) to deliver high-quality mental health services in line with National Mental Health Standards and agency policy. The role involves assessment, intervention, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to support adults with eating disorders and their families across Northwest Tasmania.

You will work in a permanent, full-time role, with up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as

Qualifications

• Proficient clinical knowledge in treating complex mental health disorders in adults and/or eating disorders.
• Strong skills in evidence-based assessments and interventions; ability to contribute to developing programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and liaison abilities with other services and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality psychological services in line with Mental Health Strategic Plan and standards.
• Deliver evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions for eating disorders and related families or carers.
• Act as a consultant to other agencies and promote community awareness of eating disorders.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Evidence-based practice

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Role:

As part of the TEDS state-wide multidisciplinary team, deliver high quality mental health services in accordance with Mental Health Strategic Plan, Mental Health Service principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies.

The Psychologist – Tasmanian Eating Disorder Service (TEDS) will:

• Provides quality psychological service utilising evidence-based and best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.
• Provides evidence-based psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions to people with an eating disorder and their families or carers.
• Promote community awareness in relation to eating disorders and develop and enhance relationships with other mental health service providers. Act as a consultant to other agencies with regard to the support and management of clients with mental health needs.

You will need:

• Demonstrated proficient clinical and professional knowledge in the area directly applicable to treatment of complex mental health disorders with adults and/or knowledge or experience working with eating disorders.
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skill in contemporary psychological practice including comprehensive evidence-based psychological assessments, therapeutic interventions and the ability to contribute to the development of individual and group programs.
• High level interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills including demonstrated experience in liaising effectively with other services and agencies in the context of providing specialised psychological mental health assessment, advice and training.

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

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.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time, day worker position, working up to 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.

This position will primarily be based in Northwest Tasmania.

Salary:

$117,272 to $131,122 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2025

Salary Packaging:

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

Please note that access to salaries beyond $123,487 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• 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.

Contact Details

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

• Name: Rene du Plessis
• Position: Clinical Lead - TEDS North/Northwest
• Phone number: [phone]
• Email address: [e-mail]