Job Description
atWork Australia is launching an innovative current allied health support program, as part of the Inclusive Employment Australia government initiative. We currently have several salaried permanent positions available across Australia for registered psychologists and clinical social workers who are are eligible for Medicare Provider.
Psychologists and clinical social workers have a diverse and role, offering opportunity to assist clients who have complex barriers to employment by conducting assessments, undertaking a variety of therapeutic interventions, facilitating groups, and providing recommendations to appropriate vocational and non-vocational services.
This is an onsite position.
Key duties of the role include:
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients with a range of health and mental health complaints, disabilities and complex psychosocial barriers to employment;
- Offer person-centred counselling intervention as needed, utilising various psychological methodologies;
- Engage clients with additional external support services to help address barriers;
- Provide evaluations on assessments and monitor the progression of cases;
- Liaise with referring GPs, other medical professionals and community agencies on behalf of clients; and
- Provide training and guidance to atWork staff on psychological/psychotherapeutical services and procedures.