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Psychologist - Senior (Workforce Wellbeing)
Health, Safety and Wellbeing, People, Strategy and Governance, Townsville
Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
The Workforce Wellbeing Psychologist will draw upon psychology skills, mental health expertise and knowledge of organisational operations and function to provide direct and indirect, responsive and preventative wellbeing support to the staff of Townsville Hospital and Health Service. This role will assist in the development and evaluation of health promotion and prevention strategies whilst facilitating in-services and workshops.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV616868 |
| Closing date | 25-Feb-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Catherine Duffy |
| Contact details | 07 4433 1753 Access the National Relay Service |
Do you want to make a difference in public healthcare?
Our health service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are: Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
We are seeking committed and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Psychologist - Senior (Workforce Wellbeing)
Vacancy: Permanent Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight
Location: Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Townsville
What's on offer?
Remuneration package of up to $157,360 p.a.
- Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (HP4).
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading and 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options and flexible working arrangements may be available.
About the role
- Provide evidence-based psychological services to staff in either a group or 1:1 format, to identify psychosocial needs and protective factors to inform interventions and individual management strategies.
- Utilise psychological skills in assessment, formulation, intervention planning, implementation, and evaluation of team-level and organisation-wide staff psychological supports.
- Contribute to the advancement of quality psychological services including identification and management of risk factors, in order to improve staff wellbeing.
Role requirements
Applicants must possess general registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Highly regarded
- Current enrolment in, or completion of an accredited masters or doctoral qualification in clinical psychology.
- Current enrolment, or completion of an accredited PsyBA Supervision course, or eligibility to obtain Supervisor status with the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Postgraduate training and/or previous experience in staff wellbeing and/or trauma informed service delivery.
Please refer to the role description for further details.
Why Choose Us?
- Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and a supportive employer committed to your growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
- Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Catherine Duffy on 07 4433 1753.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV616868
Applications close on Tuesday, 25 February 2025.
Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies 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.
Please download the Role Description for future reference.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
HP4 Psychologist - Senior (Workforce Wellbeing) v2 (Word, 375KB)
Role Description
