Psychosocial Intervention Specialist
About Stride:
We strive to provide accessible and high-quality mental health services. Our team of experts focuses on delivering psychosocial interventions that cater to the needs of adults, young people, and families in the community.
The Medicare Mental Health Services are free and readily available. Our specialists offer a supportive environment for individuals experiencing psychological distress, helping them navigate their challenges effectively.
Our services encompass:
* Providing guidance from experienced mental health professionals within the community
* Accessibility without requiring an appointment or referral
Award-Winning Opportunities:
* A permanent, part-time (0.5 FTE) position is available in Burnie, TAS
* Paying above HPSS Level 3 salary scale
* Salary Packaging options available
* Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2650
* Leave loading at 17.5%
* Stride Rewards – access to discounts from various retailers
* One paid wellbeing leave day per year
* Purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12-month period (pro rata entitlement if part-time)
* Paid parental leave support
* Supportive team environment
* Excellent training and career development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver quality psychosocial assessment, low-intensity brief intervention treatment, and evaluation
* Brief Intervention Model of care; up to 6 sessions for mild-moderate, short-term, goal-oriented focused psychological therapy and generalist counselling
* Participate as a member of the clinical team in providing comprehensive mental health assessments, case coordination, intervention, or group work as required
Requirements:
* Must have one of the following: General or Provisional AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist OR Mental Health Nurse OR AASW registration as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
* Demonstrated comprehensive level of knowledge, expertise, and skill; specifically, Brief Intervention Models of Care
* Well-developed judgment and evaluation skills demonstrating working understanding assessment and care planning
* Sound understanding of the public, non-government and private mental health systems and programs and associated non-mental health programs in a community setting