Senior Psychologist - South Coast, Australia - Legal Aid NSW

Description

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Senior Psychologist

This opportunity offers:

Ongoing employment

Full time role & 35 hour working week

Attractive annual salary $113,500 - $123,284 p.a. plus 10.5% superannuation

Locations available: Albury & Tamworth

State-wide Talent Pool opportunities for future vacancies in Coffs Harbour, Batemans Bay, Glendenning, Hunter Valley and Cowra

Annual AHPRA registration fee covered by the NSW RFS

Monthly supervision provided/reimbursed by the NSW RFS

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

One 'Agreed Absence' leave day per calendar month in recognition of the hours worked and professional commitment to the organisation

On-site car parking available

We have several exciting opportunities available for qualified professionals who are keen to make a real difference, through critical incident support, short-term counselling services and referral pathways to care, and holistic and proactive health and wellbeing programs.

The Senior Psychologist role is an integral part of the holistic Mental Health Services program within the NSW RFS which includes Senior Psychologists, Psychologists, Peer Support Program Coordinator, Peer Support Officers and Chaplains. The Senior Psychologist and Psychologist positions deliver state-wide and area-based mental health prevention, promotion, intervention and recovery services to NSW RFS staff and volunteers as well as support and guidance to the NSW RFS leadership and the Peer personnel. The role will require participation in rostered on call after hours duties.

As our ideal candidate, you will have demonstrated skills and experience in:

Working as an effective team member within a multi-disciplinary team

Provision of trauma-informed assessment, formulation and interventions for people with mild to moderate mental health conditions

Applied experience in implementing programs to support better member mental health and wellbeing outcomes.

Providing psychoeducation and / or mental health and wellbeing content in a group setting.

Genuine appreciation and understanding of a volunteer-based emergency service

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the and our .

Looking for more information?

Why not reach out to our role expert Traci Carse, Manager Mental Health Services, for a confidential chat on .

If you're interested in joining the NSW RFS:

You will need to submit your application via including

A cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in the opportunity

A resume which includes two current referees

Recruitment Information

Applications for these opportunities will be reviewed and considered as they are received. Applications will close when the vacancies have been filled.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and activelypromote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal people, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the ). Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

A may be created through this recruitment process.

Ref: R23/113

Location

Illawarra & South Coast-Wollongong & the South Coast

Other Locations

Regional NSW-Tamworth & North West NSW, Regional NSW-Riverina & Murray

Work Type

Full-time

Number of Positions

2Total Remuneration Package:$136,228. Package includes salary ($113,500 - $123,284 pa), employers contribution to superannuation and annualised leave loading. Commensurate with skills and experience. The role is a Senior Psychologist employed under the Crown Employees (Psychologists) Award.ContactTraci Carse

Closing Date

31-Aug-2023, 9:59:00 AM

Job Category

Mental health

Organisation

NSW Rural Fire Service