Psychologist - Paediatrics (525439)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

A government health department in Launceston is seeking a Paediatrics Psychologist to provide evidence-based assessments and consultative advice for children and youth. This part-time role (30.4 hours per fortnight) requires registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and experience in working with vulnerable populations. The position offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to fitness facilities

Salary packaging options

Qualifications

• Essential to be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Experience working with children and youth is crucial.
• Ability to provide evidence-based assessments is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments for children and youth.
• Offer consultative advice on trauma-informed care.
• Deliver time-limited therapeutic supports during assessments.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people

Trauma informed care knowledge

Consultative advice capabilities

Education

Tertiary qualification approved by the Psychology Board of Australia

Registration as a Psychologist through AHPRA

Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration

Job description

The Team:

The Paediatrics Psychologist is part of a larger psychology team supporting both inpatients and outpatient services; we are a small and mighty team with a diverse range of skills who promote work life balance and continuing professional development. CARE (compassion, accountability, respect and excellence) values are integrated in our work processes to improve outcomes for our consumers and support our workforce. The Paediatric psychologist's core work is with Out of Home Care children and youth to improve access to supports by assessment of neurodevelopmental conditions and working closely with other health professionals to facilitate care options.

The Role:

Provide evidence-based assessments to aid the understanding of the difficulties and strengths a child and young person maybe experiencing to facilitate recommendations regarding support needs.

Provide consultative advice to carers and staff regarding; trauma informed care, childhood developmental disorders and how best to support children and youth.

Provide time limited therapeutic supports during the assessment phase to children and young person.

You will need:

• Registration as a Psychologist through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Hold a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Registration
• Experience working with children and young people

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:

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 30.4 hours per fortnight, 8 January 2026 until 31 December 2026.

*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.

Salary:

$110,425 to $121,907 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2022.

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.

Allowances:

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 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:

• 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.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia

Where required for a particular role:

Area of Practice Endorsement ie, Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Counselling Psychology, Community Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Organisational Psychology, or Sport Psychology

• Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Psychology Board of Australia Approved Area of Practice Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Neuropsychologist.
• Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia as a Board Approved Supervisor

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• 525439 Psychologist - Paediatrics HP03 (July 2023) WWCT CSU.docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

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

Name: Emma-Jane McCrum

Position: Manager of Psychology

Phone Number: 0460 035 105

Email address: [e-mail]

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