Clinical Psychologist
RDAC is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our primary health care team located in Sale and Morwell regions. Part-time and fulltime considered.
Summary about this job
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Company: Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation
Location: Bairnsdale & Gippsland
Work type: Full Time
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-2-5020-7414
Fax: +61-3-8815-4674
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Detail information about job Clinical Psychologist. Terms and conditions vacancy
About the business
Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation (RDAC) was established as an Aboriginal Community Controlled organisation in 1992 to improve the social, health and economic outcomes for Aboriginal people. RDAC is a leading provider of primary health care and related social and family support services to Aboriginal people and communities across Gippsland. RDAC's services are provided at the following locations: Sale, Morwell and Drouin. RDAC's services include: general practice; health assessment and education; mental health support; dental, audiology; chronic disease management; drug and alcohol counselling; child and family services; child and maternal health; home and community care; immunisation and vaccinations; social and emotional wellbeing support and counselling; allied health; client transport and corporate services; child care service and Aboriginal Best Start program.
About the role
The position is responsible for working in conjunction with other divisions of the Corporation, in the delivery of culturally appropriate mental health services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community as a member of the multi-disciplinary primary health care team. Fixed term of 12 months. Salary negotiable based on skills and experience.
Qualifications & Key Selection Criteria
Mandatory Qualifications
- A tertiary qualification in Clinical Psychology, be a registered practitioner under the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Authority (AHPRA) and meet the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia, hold or Eligible for Medicare Provider Registration
Key Selection Criteria
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A comprehensive understanding of the health issues impacting on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a strong commitment to improving health outcomes.
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Demonstrated skill in working autonomously in a primary care setting, in particular the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with a sound understanding of your role as a mental health practitioner.
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Demonstrated ability to provide clinical services and psychotherapeutic interventions of a complex nature where established principles, procedures and methods require expansion, adaption and modification.
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Proven ability to provide assessments and interventions for clients within the context of mental health trauma, in a professional, confidential and culturally safe manner.
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The ability to collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and stakeholders regarding service delivery improvement opportunities and consumer outcomes within a recovery oriented framework.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people, work in a team environment and develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
How to apply
Apply on SEEK:
Applicants must provide a current resume and address the mandatory qualifications & key selection criteria as outlined in this advertisement.
Closing date:
Applications will be accepted no later than COB 30th July 2018.
A position description can be obtained from www.ramahyuck.org