| Position Summary |
headspace Shepparton requires a Senior Psychologist 2 days a week for assistance with the development and support of the enhanced care pathway at headspace Shepparton. The role requires expertise to provide early intervention with young people with complex presentations which may include severe or prolonged Axis 1 Diagnosis, and/or comorbidity, and/or Mental Health and significant psychosocial issues but can still be managed in a primary care setting. This role also requires the ability to mentor and support the Enhanced Care Team. The role is a Maternity Relief Position until February 2020, but will be initially offered as a short term contract to June 2019 in line with the current funding contract.
The successful applicant will have well-developed time management and problem-solving skills, the ability to prioritise tasks and work under minimal supervision. Applicants should also possess excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively within a team environment. A sound knowledge of computer based software applications including Word/Excel/database management systems is also required.
About GV Health
GV Health is the Public Health Service for the Hume Region, with main campuses located at Shepparton, Tatura and Rushworth and additional sites in Shepparton, Seymour, Benalla and Wodonga. GV Health provides a range of acute, mental health, aged and primary health and community support services across the Goulburn Valley Sub Region of the Department of Human Services, Hume Region. The main campus is the major acute referral site for the sub region.
Some of the great benefits of working with us:
- Wide range of specialties for clinical staff and career development opportunities
- Salary Packaging
- A collaborative and supportive team environment, while making an important contribution to the health of our community
- Training and Professional Development opportunities
- Paid parental leave (maternity and paternity leave)
- Discount gym & pool memberships
- Affiliation with Melbourne University and Latrobe University
Enquiries: Caroline French on 03 5823 8800
Applications Close: 04/03/2019
Download the position description and apply online at www.gvhealth.org.au
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and Working with Children’s Check (if required). GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.
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| Selection Criteria |
Essential: • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Essential: Minimum 5 years professional experience as a Grade 2 Psychologist (or equivalent).
Desirable: Endorsement by the Psychology Board of Australia to practice as a clinical, forensic or clinical neuropsychologist.
Essential: Meet the required qualifications and standards to provide specific psychological therapies. Have the clinical expertise to work with more complex and challenging cases.
Essential: Knowledge, skills and expertise for provision of developmentally appropriate care that matches young person’s age and stage of psychological development. This would take into account young person’s psycho-social circumstances, risk and protective factors, personal goals and preferences.
Essential: Knowledge, skills and expertise for provision of culturally appropriate and socially inclusive services to young people.
Essential: Training and experience in clinical supervision.
Desirable: Highly desirable is experience in working with young people with Emerging Eating Disorders and Borderline Personality Disorder. Experience in therapies such as Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, Mentalisation Based Treatment, CBT-E and Family Based Therapy for Eating Disorders would be valued.
Essential: High level of computer skills related to word processing, data analysis and communication.
Essential: Satisfactory National History Criminal Check prior to commencement of employment
Essential: A commitment to Goulburn Valley Health values: compassion, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and ethical behaviour |