Overview
Are you looking for the next step in your leadership career? This role will be involved with the Allied Health and Community directorate to participate, support and facilitate professional development and supervision. The Psychologist is responsible for providing assessment and intervention for individuals supported by the Samaritans Therapy and Behaviour Support Team (TaBS), including people with disability. This position will focus on building the capacity, skills and knowledge of the person, their families, and supporting services.
Position details
Permanent part time (we can also consider up to full time)
Based in Newcastle or Central Coast
Service delivery across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and Central Coast
Flexible working arrangements — talk to us about your needs
Why Work for us?
Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following benefits:
Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish
Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
Paid parental leave
About you
Current AHPRA Registered Psychologist
Experience in pediatric psychological assessment and therapy, with a focus on supporting NDIS Participants and diagnostic assessments for children 0-16 years
Understanding of current trends and approaches underpinning the provision of early intervention services to children 0-8 years with a disability
Experience working with Adults as a Psychologist and supporting individuals living with a disability in a range of settings
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and implementing evidence in practice
Ability to effectively communicate recommended intervention strategies with a range of stakeholders
Demonstrated high level interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality principles and WHS responsibilities
Knowledge of diverse cultures and community need
Who we are
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a Christian presence to our community through our parishes, schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
For more information visit or for a copy of the Position Description, email the talent team at (emailprotected)
You must have the right to live and work in Australia.
Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.
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