Clinical psychologist

Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist Registrar
Fiona Stanley Hospital > Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology – Murdoch WA
$110,666 - $119,660 a year
Part time, Casual/Temporary, Full time, Contract, Permanent
12d ago, from Western Australia Department of Health
Location: Murdoch, Fremantle and Cockburn
Unit/Division: Fiona Stanley Hospital > Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology
Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term – Full Time, Fixed Term – Part Time, Permanent – Full Time, Permanent – Part Time
Position No: Pool Ref ********
Closing Date: ************:00 PM
CRVCID ****** (Position Numbers: ******, ******, ******)
Attachments
Applicant Information Package.pdfClinical Psychologist - Grade 2 - SM***************.pdfClinical Psychologist Registrar SM******.pdfJob Application Information Sheet.pdfWorking with SMHS ********.pdf
Position Profile
As a Clinical Psychologist Registrar (HSO Grade 1) you will be provided with weekly clinical supervision, professional support and access to Registrar Development, Support and Supervision group within the Department to assist you to achieve your competencies and progress to full registration as a psychologist with area of practice endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
As a Clinical Psychologist (HSO Grade 2) you will provide clinical supervision to Clinical Psychology Registrars and Trainees, as well as having access to your own clinical supervision within the Department.
Reporting to the Head of Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology and the Senior Clinical Psychology Coordinator, you will deliver direct psychological services including comprehensive assessments, formulation, and psychotherapeutic interventions for patients with complex health, psychological and mental health difficulties.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication and collaboration skills, working within multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care alongside medical, nursing, and allied health professionals.
You will plan, implement, and evaluate psychological care, ensuring all practices align with AHPRA standards, WA Health Code of Conduct, and departmental values and guidelines.
About Our Department
We are a dedicated and dynamic team of Clinical Psychologists and Neuropsychologists at Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospitals Group (FSFHG), providing inpatient and outpatient specialised psychological services tailored to the needs of the individual patient and their family/carers.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, we offer comprehensive assessments, formulations and interventions for children, adults, and older adults with complex medical, chronic health, cognitive, rehabilitation and mental health needs.
Our goal is to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-informed, holistic care, supporting engagement with treatment and rehabilitation.
We also provide education and consultation to hospital teams.
We are committed to prioritising ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and quality improvement and clinical research to ensure continuous improvement in our services.
Area Profile
Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) is a 783-bed tertiary hospital offering a range of health services including the State Rehabilitation Service, a comprehensive cancer centre, purpose-built mental health unit, maternity, neonatal and paediatric services, and the State Adult Burns Service.
FSH also delivers specialised services such as heart and lung transplantations and hyperbaric medicine.
Fremantle Hospital (FH) is a 300-bed specialist hospital focused on providing high-quality aged care, secondary rehabilitation, planned surgeries and medical services and mental health.
Fiona Stanley Hospital Cockburn Mental Health Facility is a 75-bed voluntary inpatient facility for mental health disorders, eating disorders and alcohol and other drug detoxification and recovery support.
Why Join Us
Our vision is Excellent health care, every time.
You can read more about SMHS in our Strategic Plan.
Our values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment
SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us.
Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.
How to Apply
Provide a current resume which summarises your experience and how you can meet the position requirements.
Submit a statement of no more than 4 pages, responding to the selection criteria 2, 3, & 4 (see attached job description form for Grade 1 or Grade 2, depending on which position you are applying for).
Identify two referees, a current line manager and a clinical supervisor.
Provide evidence of a Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and eligibility for full registration and endorsement in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Psychology Registrar status with the Psychology Board of Australia.
The documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online.
Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on ******** for immediate assistance during business hours.
Benefits
Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
Flexible working arrangements
Flexible leave arrangements
Other professional and location-based allowances
Eligibility and Conditions
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia.
For a fixed-term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.
We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act **** applies to this position.
Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
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