Drug and Alcohol Clinical/Forensic Psychologist
A challenging opportunity exists for a qualified Clinical Psychologist/Snr Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team in a Permanent Full Time position. The Whole Family Team provides coordinated specialist clinical services to families where child protection concerns exist in the context of drug and alcohol health problems, mental health problems and parenting difficulties. Our assertive outreach model of care works intensively with families for up to twelve months.
The philosophy of the Whole Family Team is that the family is the constant in a child or young person's life. Family centred care, in which partnerships are built between families and health professionals, is a core principle. These partnerships are built on trust, respect and valuing the role of the family in the wellbeing of the child or young person. Emotional, social and developmental support are integral components of care.
This position will provide substance use specific assessments, psychological assessments and treatments, referral and education to family members in accordance with relevant guidelines and literature. In addition, intensive case management, family interventions, parenting interventions and skills programs as well as group programs will be provided. The position also involves expert consultation to the team, including participation in clinical reviews, and building knowledge and capacity within the team on substance-related and psychological assessments and treatment.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in the provision of comprehensive psychological assessment and evidence-based intervention in people with substance dependence or disorder. They will also have demonstrated competence in family focused, evidence based clinical assessment and intervention with a complex caseload in a community setting. This includes specialist knowledge of comorbid mental health and drug and alcohol problems, intra-familial child abuse and neglect, and contemporary family focused integrated treatment including risk assessment and safety planning. Experience in working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds is essential. The candidate must have strong analytical and interpersonal skills and the ability to apply these skills to contribute to ongoing evaluation, monitoring and enhancement of service delivery including report writing. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits
• Accrued Day Off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport