Psychologist - 1 Year contract

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Psychologist - 1 Year contract. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the business and the role

Women's Health and Wellbeing Services is seeking an enthusiastic and suitably qualified Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team, within our men's program for a 1-year contract with possibility of extension.

Position: Psychologist

Organisation: Women's Health and Wellbeing Services.

Location: Gosnells

Employment status: Part time.   

FTE: 0.1 – 0.4 Depending on applicant.

Position based at Women's Health and Wellbeing Services, Suite 7, Level 1, 2232c Albany Hwy, Gosnells WA 6110.

About us

(GWHS trading as) Women's Health and Wellbeing Services is a not-for-profit community organisation supporting all women and families within the South East Metro area of Perth, Western Australia.  We promote the overall wellbeing, self-esteem, independence, self-responsibility and health awareness of women and families in our community by offering a diverse range of services for women of all ages and lifestyles.  We specialise in health issues including mental health, physical and emotional wellbeing and social activities.

Our Vision

To provide a diverse, innovative, quality-focused wellness service that leads the industry.  We will seek growth in order to ensure sustainability and further our aim of being a provider of choice for all our services.

Our Values

• Respect
• Integrity
• Equity
• Excellence

Job tasks and responsibilities

To improve the health and wellbeing of men and their families in the south-east metropolitan area. To provide individual therapy to men, couples and families.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and experienced person to join a successful team and grow with the business.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Counselling

Conduct initial interview to identify presenting problems and underlying issues of concern; explain the counselling service offered; assess the client's ability to pay; have required documents signed.

Contract with the client to define goals and tasks.

Provide up to 10 counselling sessions per client utilising a range of appropriate counselling techniques.

Participate in case conferences if required.

Ensure that at the end of the counselling process the client has appropriate plans and supports in place to cope and progress.

Comply with professional standards for Psychology.

Participate in clinical supervision and professional development activities.

Facilitate groups and classes as agreed with Therapeutic Manager.

Information and Referral

Provide information to clients to increase their awareness and understanding of health issues.

Assist clients to access health and community services.

Maintain a network of other agencies and services for appropriate referral of clients.

Maintain contact with other service providers to facilitate a collaborative approach on women's health issues and services.

Refer clients to specialist services where appropriate

Link clients in with other programs and groups offered by Women's Health and Wellbeing Services.

Reporting and Administration

Comply with service guidelines and agency timeframes.

Prepare and maintain case notes and client statistics in accordance with agency policy.

Participate in staff meetings and team activities.

Other duties as directed by Management.

Skills and experience

SELECTION CRITERIA

SELECTION CRITERION 1

The successful applicant will have at least a 4 year degree in psychology or social work and experience working in a therapeutic setting. Be eligible for Medicare registration where s/he has either eligibility or demonstrated eligibility for membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the Psychology Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) or the Australian Association of Social Work.

SELECTION CRITERION 2

The successful applicant will have a strong theoretical knowledge of therapeutic (including diagnostic, behavioural and psychometric) assessment, and the ability to transfer this knowledge to practice. Willingness to integrate other theoretical frameworks and to treat a broad range of client issues.

SELECTION CRITERION 3

Relevant experience as a psychologist or mental health social worker working with individuals, couples and families. 

SELECTION CRITERION 4

The successful applicant will be strongly committed to the field of mental health. Experience and enthusiasm in this area is essential.

SELECTION CRITERION 5

The successful applicant must be able to work successfully within a multidisciplinary team, and have excellent interpersonal skills. S/he must have a high level of both oral and written communication.

SECECTION CRITERION 6

Hours: WHWS is seeking psychologists for after hours services. Shifts to be filled include:

Tuesday evenings 5-9pm

Wednesday evenings 5-9pm

Thursday evenings 5-9pm

Saturday mornings 9am – 12.30pm

Please specify which of these matches with your availability.