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Psychologist (Head to Health Kids)
Nerang, Pimpama
Provide high quality clinical Psychology services to children under 12 years of age across the Gold Coast who are experiencing issues related to mental health and wellbeing utilising a child centred and family focused approach to optimise psychosocial outcomes for consumers, their families and carers.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC645157 |
| Closing date | 16-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Kylie Hook |
| Contact details | (07) 5635 7114 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Psychologist (Head to Health Kids) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Provide an efficient and responsive mental health Psychology service within identified models of care and in accordance with professional, ethical and National Mental Health standards
- Utilise knowledge of Psychology theories and frameworks in the delivery of clinical psychology services to children under 12 years, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment
- Apply professional judgement to facilitate effective clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence across multiple clinical areas
- Provide clinical practice and operational supervision to students and less experienced staff
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- A tertiary degree in Psychology
- AHPRA Registration
- Driver's Licence
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $79 051 - $116 189 per annum
About Us
Gold Coast Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) is a part of the Mental Health and Specialist Services (MHSS) Division. Health Kids-Queensland Gold Coast (H2HK-Q Gold Coast) is a multi-disciplinary, multi-specialty service within the Gold Coast Child and Youth Mental Health Services that delivers child centred and family focused services driven by a strength focused culture in line with the Whole Child Approach. H2HK-Q Gold Coast will provide a seamless service for children under 12 years experiencing mental health and wellbeing difficulties that effectively integrates primary, secondary, and tertiary services by working in partnership across all sectors.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 16 July 2025
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC645157
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
***APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE*** Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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GC645157 - RD (PDF, 753KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 268KB)
Information Package for Applicants
