Deliver high level evidence-based, best practice clinical psychology services, in both individual and group formats within a multidisciplinary treatment setting.

Job details

About the role

This position sits within the Tess Cramond Pain and Research Centre which is located at the Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service.  This role reports to the RBWH General Psychology Team Leader, with service management provided by the TCPRC director.  There are no formal staffing or budget responsibilities.

Clinical Practice:

• Deliver psychology clinical services in the TCPRC in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards.
• Apply independent professional judgement and clinical expertise to a complex caseload
• Participate in the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols within the TCPRC

Communication and Team Participation

• Work cooperatively and effectively with patients/consumers and as a member of a multidisciplinary and/or Psychology team.
• Participate in quality and service improvement activities that enhance the delivery of Psychology services within the TCPRC

Leadership / Work Unit Management

• Manage an appropriate caseload using effective time management and prioritisation skills, including clinical and non-clinical responsibilities and the maintenance of accurate patient records and documentation.
• Provide supervision and support to post graduate Interns on placement.

Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the Psychology Board of Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties. It is highly desirable that the applicant is endorsed by APHRA as a clinical psychologist. Completion of, or eligibility for, accreditation as Psychologists Board of Australia as an approved supervisor to supervise clinical postgraduate students is highly desirable

While the ideal applicant will have experience in both developmental assessment and perinatal mental health, applicants with expertise in only one of these domains will be considered and are encouraged to apply

Health Equity

It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services;  and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• STR576175 - Role Description (PDF, 466KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Support (PDF, 860KB)
  Application Kit
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF, 1.00MB)
  Application Kit