Psychologist

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Psychologist at all stages of their career

Location: Strawberry Hills

12-month temporary opportunity with the possibility of extension

$76,531 - $148,932 p.a. + superannuation and annual leave loading

Excellent working conditions including 35-hour week, flexible working hours, balance of in-person and work from home arrangements, professional development opportunities and generous leave provisions

Your role

As part of the Psychological and Specialist Service team, you will work to deliver psychological assessment, therapeutic interventions, and other professional services to DCJ client groups including children, young people, families, and carers. You will also provide specialist consultation to caseworkers and managers and assist in the development of trauma-informed case plans. DCJ Psychologists are considered to be Therapeutic Specialists who are clinical experts in trauma informed therapeutic care.

• Specialises in trauma informed therapeutic assessment and intervention, utilising evidence-based approaches for children, young people, and families.
• Equips staff through training and reflective practice sessions.
• Provides specialist consultation to guide casework practice.

If you are a motivated team player, resilient in challenging situations, value building connections within community, committed to evidence-based practice and bringing about change in vulnerable children's lives, we encourage you to apply. The role is open to psychologists with general registration, registered psychologists with endorsements and those who are provisionally (or eligible to be) registered.

What we're looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia, with either:
  • Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, or
  • Provisional registration with an ability to fulfil full registration within the relevant timeframes.
• Knowledge of theoretical and therapeutic frameworks that underpin assessment and intervention in the context of child abuse/neglect/trauma.

Appointments are subject to reference checks and the following pre-employment checks:

• National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
• Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career.
• Flexibility with a Hybrid Work Model (combination of working from home and the office)
• The provision of supervision and professional development opportunities in a very supportive environment
• Invitation to the Annual Psychological and Specialist Services Conference
• Training in group work programs and subsequent delivery and co-facilitation to clients and professionals
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Competitive pay and conditions.
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.

To apply candidates must submit a cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining relevant experience and interest in the role, and an up-to-date resume (maximum five pages).

Applications close - 11:59pm, Sunday 19 January 2025.

If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Peter Luong on Peter.Luong1@dcj.nsw.gov.au

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.