Clinical Psychologist / Psychologist - Continuing Care Team
Be part of a warm, multidisciplinary team where you'll support adults and their families through meaningful, recovery-focused mental health care, backed by strong leadership, structured orientation and ongoing training to help you thrive.
Remuneration: $***** - $***** per hour + super
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist / Psychologist
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ******
Applications Close: Sunday, 14th December ****
Manning Mental Health Service is made up of Care Coordination, Intake and Acute Care Teams.
We provide consultation, assessment, treatment and follow-up of adults and their families within the Lower Mid North Coast community, supporting consumers with transition from hospital to community through medication monitoring, psychoeducation, relapse prevention, organising psychiatry reviews and liaising with support services.
You will receive a full orientation to the mental health service and ongoing in-service support, including encouragement to complete relevant in-house or external training.
About You
We seek a motivated and enthusiastic worker, able to contribute mental health knowledge to a multidisciplinary team, supported by senior leaders and the broader Manning Mental Health team.
Essential Qualifications
Knowledge and experience in mental health practice, with a strong commitment to contemporary service delivery principles, including intake intervention, shared care models and consumer, family/carer focused interventions.
Understanding and application of trauma-informed care principles with people experiencing mental health concerns and their families/carers.
Ability to build and maintain cooperative professional and therapeutic relationships with key stakeholders, patients and their parents or guardians, employing well-developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
Effective communication and teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary environment to achieve optimal outcomes for consumers and their families/carers.
Current registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification of at least two years full-time duration, or recognised equivalent, as shown on the Psychology Board of Australia website.
What We Can Offer You
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
4 weeks annual leave (pro-ratio for part-time employees)
Paid parental leave for eligible employees – supporting true work-life balance
Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being – discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary part-time vacancies.
To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified; such offers are subject to visa conditions and expiry.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
How To Apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and provide examples that demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria listed below.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to accomplish service goals and improve patient and/or consumer care outcomes.
High-level verbal and written communication skills, adaptable to various audiences.
Extensive contemporary experience and knowledge of psychological practice within health settings.
Additional Resources
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position
For role-related queries contact Renae Blanch at .
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
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This is a Category A position.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD****_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace.
We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know at any stage.
We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
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