Senior Psychologist

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Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About The Role

As a Senior Psychologist, you will play a pivotal role in an interdisciplinary team that prioritizes cultural awareness, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our work. You will provide professional supervision, mentorship, and guidance to psychologists while collaborating closely with school communities, families, and key stakeholders to develop holistic and effective strategies.

This role is about more than just problem-solving—it's about leading with innovation, fostering a positive team culture, and embedding cultural responsiveness into student wellbeing initiatives. You will contribute to recruitment, retention, and professional development, ensuring our team upholds the highest standards of service delivery while continually growing in cultural competence

Qualifications

Essential: Current and full registration (general) with the Psychology Board of Australia. Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor.

Desirable: Area of practice endorsement – educational and developmental psychology and/or clinical psychology and/or counselling psychology.

Special Conditions

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Remuneration

• AHP3 $104,180 - $111,746 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (11.5%)
• A 20% salary loading may be available by negotiation for applicants willing to move to the region and being based in the Port Pirie or Kadina office.

Enquiries

Enquiries can be directed to Russell Willsmore, Team Manager, via tel: (08) 8632 0646 or email: Russell.Willsmore575@schools.sa.edu.au

Application Instructions

Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.

Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Note

Multiple vacancies available at Port Pirie and Kadina (1.5 FTE total). Of this, there is a 0.5FTE vacancy available on an ongoing basis, and a short term 1.0FTE contract until 24 February 2025.

Location is negotiable and flexible working arrangements including drive in, drive out arrangement may be negotiated with the successful applicant to meet business needs.

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionHealth Care Provider
• IndustriesGovernment Administration

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