Job Summary
This is a civilian (non-uniformed) role as part of the Australian Public Service (APS) workforce within Navy. The psychologist will work in the Navy Psychology West section, providing psychological support to Navy members and contributing directly to the Navy's capability and national security.
About the Team
The Navy Psychology West team delivers the full scope of Navy Psychology services to Fleet Units and the Garrison Shore Establishment at HMAS Stirling (Garden Island, Rockingham WA). In addition, it is responsible for the delivery of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Program for the Submarine Force and works together to achieve a high standard of psychology service provision, liaising regularly with command elements, health providers and other wellbeing stakeholders.
Key Duties
* Provide referrals from Command for advice and referrals from Navy members for work‐related support.
* Deliver mental health training, operational mental health screening, critical incident mental health support and organisational interventions.
* Conduct psychological assessments, brief psychological interventions and report writing.
* Manage critical incident management and provide stakeholder engagement.
Qualifications & Experience
Newly qualified psychologists with full registration are encouraged to apply. Provisional psychologists are not supported at this time. Candidates must be capable of performing a range of psychology services including assessments, training delivery and development, report writing, brief interventions, mental health support during critical incidents, and stakeholder engagement.
Ideal Candidate
A highly motivated individual seeking variety, able to work with reasonable autonomy, willing to learn, and passionate about supporting Navy personnel to perform at their best. Must be adaptable to changing environments and offer advice on complex and sensitive issues while building effective working relationships with team members and participating in teamwork.
Eligibility
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting security clearance.
Position Duration
This is a 14‐month non‐ongoing role.
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