• Job Description

  Req#: 267599
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 16 hours per week
  Location: Fairfield Community Health Centre
  Position Classification: Psychologist
  Remuneration: $37.69 - $55.17 per hour
  Requisition ID: REQ523181
  Application Close Date: 13/10/2024
  Interview Date Range: 16/10/2024 – 23/10/2024
  Contact Details: Patricia Aguayo – 0477 394 712 | Patricia.Aguayo@health.nsw.gov.au
  About the Opportunity
  
  The Child & Family Community Health Team are seeking a warm, engaging and Registered Psychologist to join their highly supportive team at Fairfield Community Health Centre.
  We are looking for someone with a true passion for working with children aged 0-12yrs and their families. This role involves working with a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, emotion regulation and parent/caregiver-child relationships, often in the context of trauma of developmental difficulties. Psychometric and developmental assessments are undertaken as part of this role.
  You will have an approachable personality and be able to build quality relationships with the children and families with which you work. Empathy and collaboration are at the forefront of this role and you will be able to maintain your case load of day to day work with children and their families.
  Great communication skills are an asset in this role. The large team at Child & Family Psychology have a depth of experience which will allow you to learn, grow and develop in the role. We are a supportive and experienced team that provide clinical supervision and professional development opportunities for each of our team members.
  Whether you are an early career Registered Psychologist looking to kick start your career or a seasoned professional, we would love to hear from you!
  To start your journey, click APPLY NOW or contact Patricia Aguayo on 0477 394 712 for a confidential discussion.
  What You'll be Doing
  To deliver evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions in order to address the needs of consumers who are living with a wide range of behavioural and emotional disorders.
  
  The role also participates in the evaluation of clinical outcomes of services and assists in the development
  and provision of education and training programs. Additionally, the role supervises Psychologists and other disciplines working within the LHD according to organisational needs
  Where You'll Be Working
  South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
  The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
  As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
  How to Apply
  To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application .
  1. Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Completion of a four-year sequence of accredited undergraduate study in the discipline of psychology (or equivalent completed overseas).
  2. Demonstrated effective experience in assessment, intervention and evaluation of clinical outcomes with diverse patient and/or consumer populations.
  3. Demonstrated experience working independently in the provision of patient/consumer-focused care.
  4. Demonstrated knowledge of the quality improvement process for service development, implementation and evaluation.
  5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to accomplish service goals and improved patient and/or consumer care and outcomes.
  6. Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience.
  7. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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  Additional Information
  Salary Packaging
  South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
  Health & Fitness
  South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport .
  Transforming Your Experience
  Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
  To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
  At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ background, people with a disability and people from the L G B T Q I + community to apply.
  SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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