Clinical Psychologist / Psychologist (Raphael Services)

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Clinical Psychologist / Psychologist (Raphael Services). Terms and conditions vacancy

Welcome to St John of God Health Care

St John of God Health Care is a leading health care provider, with private hospitals, home nursing and Social Outreach and Advocacy services throughout Australia.

With over 120 years' experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation as a caring, nurturing and supportive employer. Learning is highly valued and there are many opportunities for professional development.

The Position

St John of God Social Outreach, Raphael Service provides support and specialised mental health services to parents and families where the parent is experiencing a perinatal infant mental health problem and/or where there are parent-infant relationship issues. The service is based in the community and provided at no cost to clients.

We have a unique opportunity to work as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team in the provision of integrated care to women, their infants, partners and families experiencing perinatal and infant mental health problems.

The successful applicant will be a skilled clinician experienced in perinatal infant mental health assessment and the treatment of anxiety and depression.

This position will be offered on a temporary 12 month contract covering parental leave.

A view to permanency will be strongly considered after this time.

Working either 60 or 45 hours per fortnight.

The successful candidate will have:

• A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care.
• Recognised qualification in clinical psychology/psychology and current registration with AHPRA.
• Currently hold or eligible for Medicare provider number.
• Demonstrated high level of ability and experience providing a range of psychotherapeutic intervention to individuals, families and groups.
• Knowledge and application of the Mental Health Act, National Mental Health Standards, ethical principles and legislation governing professional practice.
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills at an individual and team level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to effectively liaise with referrers and other service providers.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work.

The Benefits

• Salary packaging
• Flexible work options
• Professional Development

* All applicants must address the Selection Criteria (as detailed on the last page of the Position Description) *

St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities.