Psychologist - Teds (528803)

The Team :

Tasmania is part of a nationwide program delivering innovations in the treatment of eating disorders. The Tasmanian Eating Disorder Service (TEDS) is a new service providing integrated specialist care for adults with eating disorders, including Community-Based Intensive Treatment (CBIT) Programs in the North, North West, and South, as well as a statewide Residential Recovery Program (RRP).

We are seeking clinicians interested in eating disorders (no prior experience required), who are innovative and passionate about delivering quality care.

The Role :

As part of the TEDS multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality mental health services aligned with the Mental Health Strategic Plan, Service principles, National Standards, agency policies, legal requirements, and professional competencies.

The Psychologist – Tasmanian Eating Disorder Service (TEDS) will :

• Provide evidence-based psychological services within a collaborative, multidisciplinary framework.
• Conduct assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions to individuals with eating disorders and their families or carers.

You will need to :

• Ensure comprehensive psychological assessments using standardized tests, along with recovery-focused case management and trauma-informed services, including specialized therapies for clients and families.
• Deliver evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions for clients with complex mental health issues, including developing and implementing specialized treatment programs.
• Participate actively as a multidisciplinary team member, offering support and consultation as needed.

Note : Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all selection criteria to address in your application.

Details of appointment :

• Permanent part-time position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, start date as soon as possible.
• Hours are negotiable with the successful applicant.
• This process may be used to fill similar vacancies for up to 12 months from the date of publication.

Salary : $110,425 to $121,907 per annum (pro-rata), plus 12% superannuation contribution.

• Salary is in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022.

Salary Packaging :

Eligible employees can access salary packaging benefits, including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 for meal entertainment per FBT year, among other benefits.

Allowances :

• Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and application to the personal upgrade scheme.

Benefits available to eligible candidates :

• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Various leave entitlements, including study leave and professional development support.
• Fitness Passport access for employees and their families at over 40 facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 for a family.

More information about employee benefits can be found here.

Eligibility :

Applicants must meet the essential criteria, including:

• Tertiary qualification approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.

Note : Please refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks.

Download the Statement of Duties and related documents, and review the overview before applying.

Statement of Duties :

• Generic Psychologist (TEDS) HP03 (January 2024) CSU

Application Guide :

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep

How to apply :

Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button and complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate response to the selection criteria is not required.

• Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

For more information :

Contact René du Plessis, Clinical Lead - TEDS, at or

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