About the Role
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Perth with flexible hybrid working arrangements
In this role you will provide clinical assessments, support & evidence-based therapy to asylum seekers and refugees.
This includes;
Delivering clinical expertise to support clients from refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds
Assessing clients cognitive, emotional, behavioural and daily living capabilities through formal and informal assessments.
Supporting clients through major life transitions with skill-building and coping strategies through individual and group therapy
Tracking client progress and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure ongoing, effective support & care.
This position will also provide training and guidance to caseworkers and staff on therapeutic approaches and incident management.
This role is key in helping clients within our program navigate life transitions, improve their mental health, and achieve their goals while waiting for visa decisions.
Skills & Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Psychology with registration or eligibility for registration as a psychologist in Australia.
Clinical or forensic psychology experience, with a strong understanding of clinical governance frameworks.
Experience with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) and Diverse Backgrounds
Skilled in collaborative work with multidisciplinary and external support agencies.
Experienced in delivering flexible, client-focused interventions, including outreach and e-health.
Ability to implement client and family-centred approaches, with cultural sensitivity towards diverse communities.
Current driver's licence
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and VIC Working with Children Check