Overview
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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time. Hours per fortnight: 80. Job Category: Other Professionals - Psychology. Req Id: 5005.
Opportunities include delivering school readiness sessions at kindergartens across the Barwon Region within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
* Deliver school readiness sessions at kindergartens across the Barwon Region.
* Work within a multidisciplinary team to support young children's learning.
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About The Role
Barwon Health is looking to recruit Psychologists to be part of a multidisciplinary team that delivers capacity building school readiness sessions at kindergartens across the Barwon Region. You will work with kindergarten educators and families to build their capacity to support young children's learning in communication (language development), wellbeing (social and emotional), and access, inclusion and participation. Using evidence-based practices from psychology, you will enhance professional and parenting practices to benefit all children under their care. You will work to create an environment for kindergarten-aged children that promotes improved speech, language and early literacy outcomes; self-regulation and positive pro-social behaviours; social and emotional wellbeing.
School Readiness Funding
School Readiness Funding provides kindergartens with access to quality programs and support systems to help children get the most out of early learning. Kindergartens with large numbers of educationally disadvantaged children enrolled will receive more allied health support.
Culture and Benefits
We offer a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team, positive and respectful workplace relationships, and opportunities for professional development. Barwon Health staff benefits include excellent working conditions, a wellbeing program and access to our Employee Assistance Program, professional development opportunities, and salary packaging options.
Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. We support reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and are committed to child safety and wellbeing.
Contact and Application
For assistance with your application, email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au. Provide your preferred contact method and details. Note: resumes are not accepted via email. Prior to commencement, an Immunity Status form and Staff Care clearance are required. This role requires evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Mia Urtone
Email: mia.urtone@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: 0478 275 071
Application closing date: 14th September 2025
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