Provide high quality clinical psychology services to people within the Gold Coast Health Service experiencing complex mental illness, including comorbid alcohol and drug concerns and other dual diagnosis issues including complex behaviours, utilising a strengths-based recovery focused framework to optimise psychosocial outcomes for consumers, their families, and carers.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Psychologist (Mental Health - Orchid Inpatient Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Utilise knowledge of psychology theories and frameworks in the delivery of clinical psychology services including assessment, diagnosis and treatment on referral from the multidisciplinary teams
- Apply professional judgement to facilitate effective clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence across multiple clinical areas
- Develop relationships and liaise appropriately within the broader organisation, and with external service providers, including government and non-government organisations
- Provide clinical practice and operational supervision to students and less experienced staff
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- A tertiary degree in Psychology
- AHPRA Registration
- Driver Licence
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
- Interstate/International candidates may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive – up $20,000!
Salary
- Permanent part time (up to 76 hrs p.f)
- Base salary ranging from $38.70 - $56.89 per hour
About Us
Gold Coast Health Psychologists strive to deliver excellence in healthcare for mental health consumers. The treatment and care delivered is in partnership with the consumers, carers, their families and the multidisciplinary team. We strive to be compassionate, empathetic and maintain a least restrictive environment consistent with safe and effective care.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 31 May 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC562774
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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