Senior psychologist (neurodevelopmental disability assessment service)

Department of Communities WA – Fremantle WA

The Location

Positions are based at our Walyalup Campus – Fremantle. Alternate work location arrangements in Joondalup and Myaree will also be considered as part of Communities' Flexible Work Options.

About the Department

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

About the team

The Neurodevelopmental Disability Assessment Service (NDAS) provides developmental disability-oriented assessment services, consultancy, and sector stewardship to accurately identify individuals with disability and promote an understanding of the related support needs of individuals across the State of Western Australia.

About the role

We currently have multiple temporary positions to fill for qualified and experienced psychologists to join the NDAS Team. As a Senior Psychologist you will provide psychological assessments, reports and consultation for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or Intellectual Disability (ID).

Please see the Job Description Form (JDF) via the main advertisement page for more information about the position or please contact Vanessa Bird, Team Leader, on 0466 239 *** or Marie‐Therese Collingwood, Team Leader on 0466 496 ***.

For Psychologist Roles:

• Psychologist Specified Calling Level 2: Tertiary degree qualification in Psychology approved by the Psychology Board of Australia AND 'General Registration' as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Psychologist Specified Calling Level 3: A 2-year post graduate masters degree in Psychology or equivalent qualification approved by the Psychology Board of Australia AND 'General Registration' on the register of Psychologists WITH endorsement in an approved area of practice (Clinical, Forensic, Educational and Developmental, Counselling, Clinical Neuropsychology) with AHPRA.

Our employees have access to a range of benefits which include as applicable:

• Competitive salary plus 12% superannuation
• Access to salary packaging
• Access to flexible working arrangements
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 3 days additional public sector holidays
• 15 days personal leave
• Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services
• Achieve your fitness goals with eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program
• Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees

Integrity and Honesty

The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.

Equity and Diversity

Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact HR Recruitment via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.