Psychologist/Senior Psychologist

3 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

We're building a pool of skilled individuals for upcoming roles and are seeking dedicated and compassionate Psychologists to join our team. Join our talent pool for future opportunities

We're creating a database of qualified individuals for upcoming roles and would love to keep you in mind. As a Psychologist, you will play a crucial role in providing support and assistance to individuals and families facing various challenges.

Your responsibilities will include assessing client needs, developing care plans, connecting clients with resources and services, advocating for their rights, and offering emotional support.

About The Department Of Education

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organization that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities, and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About The Role

The focus of this role is to support students with mild to moderate mental health concerns. The Wellbeing Workforce professional works as part of school-established student support teams to enhance wellbeing and mental health support available to students, and:

  • Provides professional support and information for students, parents, carers, and school communities to facilitate partnerships in decision-making for the enhancement of all students' learning.
  • Uses evidence-based intervention strategies to support young people experiencing challenges with mental health, social, and emotional wellbeing.
  • Provides therapeutic counselling and support through individual or group sessions to address mild to moderate mental health concerns.
  • Facilitates referrals to other allied health professionals and services, assisting students and families in accessing this support.
  • Supports school communities in responding to critical incidents and emergencies as part of the school response team.
  • Develops and maintains appropriate data collection, confidential records, and reporting systems for individual students referred for social work services, in line with department procedures and policies.
  • Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team within an educational setting, providing support to the school, community, and relevant inter-agency networks.
Interested? To Apply:
  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for two referees who understand your relevant work history.
  • Attach a two-page written statement responding to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Occupational group: Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support

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