Head of Psychology

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Peninsula Health Full time

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan

Job type: Part time

Organisation: Peninsula Health

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Medical

Reference: 33174

**- Lead our Psychology and Neuropsychology services**
- **Work in our supportive and progressive Allied Health Leadership Team**

**Who We Are and What We Stand For**

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care.
In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

**What You Will Be Doing**

Peninsula Health currently has an opportunity for an experienced Psychologist or Neuropsychologist to join our team on a part time, permanent basis. The Head of Psychology is responsible for leading the Psychology and Neuropsychology services at Peninsula Health to provide excellent clinical care, achieve maximal operational effectiveness and foster partnerships within and external to Peninsula Health. This role provides operational and professional governance to Psychology and Neuropsychology staff and is an integral member of the Allied Health Leadership Team.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Operational and professional governance, leadership and management of Psychology and Neuropsychology staff in acute inpatient and sub-acute inpatient services.
- Professional governance of Psychology and Neuropsychology staff across all programs of Peninsula Health.
- In collaboration with relevant managers, ensure provision of evidence based, best practice Psychology and Neuropsychology and facilitate a strong professional governance structure and effective communication across all areas of Peninsula Health.
- Provide strong day to day professional support and direction to Psychology and Neuropsychology staff to ensure high quality clinical care, facilitate patient flow and optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitate optimal operational management, including achievement of budgets, targets and key performance indicators, to ensure resources are managed efficiently and effectively.
- Collaboration with other Allied Health profession heads to facilitate a coordinated approach and effective teamwork across Allied Health and to advance the Allied Health workforce.
- Sharing of contemporary knowledge and expertise related to key issues and government policy/reforms, their impact on Psychology and Neuropsychology and broader implications for Peninsula Health.

**What You Need**

We anticipate you will have:

- Current registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Registration as a Psychology Board approved supervisor
- Minimum of Masters of Psychology with endorsement in a specialised area
- Recent experience in managing delivery of Psychology services at a senior level
- Extensive and advanced clinical knowledge, skills and experience in Psychology
- Strong knowledge of acute and sub-acute inpatient Psychology and Neuropsychology service provision
- Ability to work collaboratively and as an effective member of a senior leadership team
- Ability to support and supervise staff, promote professional competence and foster individual staff development
- Extensive human resource management experience.
- High level skills in project management, service development and quality improvement activities
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and relationship management
- Strong and innovative strategic planning skills
- Excellent leadership skills
- Strong financial management and problem-solving skills including break-even or better budget management
- Effectively lead and manage change

Desirable Criteria:

- Clinical Psychology or Neuropsychology endorsement

**Benefits**:

- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Great career opportunity for those wishing to move into a leadership role where they can make a difference to patient outcomes and quality of care

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People, Experience & Performance Team on (03) 9784 2700.

**Additional Requirements**

This role must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and meet the requirements of the Peninsula Health immunisation policy.

**Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.

  • Head of Psychology

    1 month ago

    Melbourne, Australia Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Parkville Job type: Part time Organisation: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre **Salary**: $116,000 - $116,000 Occupation: Other Reference: 3789 - At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do...

  • Head of Psychology

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Parkville Job type: Part time Organisation: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre **Salary**: $116,000 - $116,000 Occupation: Other Reference: 3789 - At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do...

  • Head of Psychology

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Torrens University Australia Full time

    Who we are: At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities - and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase...

  • Psychology Manager

    6 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia The Royal Women's Hospital Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Not provided Organisation: The Royal Women's Hospital **Salary**: Salary not specified Occupation: Health and Allied Health, Medical, Nursing Reference: 24789 **Psychology Manager - Women’s Mental Health Service** **Ongoing Position - 30.40 Hours per week** *** The Royal Women’s Hospital is...

  • Psychology Lecturer and Tutor

    1 month ago

    Melbourne, Australia Trinity College - The University of Melbourne Full time

    **About Us** Trinity College offers one of the leading Foundation Studies programs in Australia, specifically designed to help international students transition into top university courses. The coursework is engaging, challenging, and tailored towards students’ desired study pathway. Our curriculum has a proven record of 30 years' experience and expertise...

  • Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia The Royal Melbourne Hospital Full time

    -Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Part time Organisation: The Royal Melbourne Hospital Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Medical Reference: 73663 **Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar (Part time) 0.4EFT** - **Fixed term until June 2024.** - ** Develop your psychology career with us, gaining a breath of experience across...

  • Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia The Royal Melbourne Hospital Full time

    Reference Number- 70342- Position Title- Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar- Location- The Royal Melbourne Hospital - City & Royal Park Campus- Award- Psychologists [41]- Advertisement text**Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar** **Full time or Part time - Fixed term 12-month contract** - **Develop your psychology career with us, gaining a breath of...

  • Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia The Royal Melbourne Hospital Full time

    -Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Full time Organisation: The Royal Melbourne Hospital Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Medical Reference: 70342 **Grade 2 Clinical Psychology Registrar** **Full time or Part time - Fixed term 12-month contract** - ** Develop your psychology career with us, gaining a breath of experience across...

  • Clinical Psychology Registrar

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health Full time

    Orygen Specialist Program Melbourne Contract 28/4/2023 - 2-year Youth Mental Health Early Career Program for Graduate Psychologists - Full-time fixed-term position | Based in Sunshine / Wyndham / Melton - Make a positive impact in the lives of young people and their families/carers Your new team Orygen Specialist Program (OSP), a program of NorthWest Mental...

  • Psychology Team Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia National Positive Behaviour Support Full time

    **THE OPPORTUNITY** We are excited to offer the opportunity for a full-time Psychology Team Leader located in Melbourne to join our dynamic team at NPBS! The successful applicant will support a team of Provisional Psychologists and Behaviour Support Practitioners in their role. - Core objectives include:_ - Supporting psychology team members to carry out a...

  • Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing

    6 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Catch Of The Day Full time

    **Job no**: 7GBG3 **About Catch** Our vision is to be Australia’s most loved online destination for families. There's still a lot of work ahead of us, so we’re always on the lookout for creative, resourceful, and resilient people that can quickly learn new skills and adapt on the fly. **The Opportunity** Catch is currently seeking a **Head of Health,...

  • Head of Services

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Johnson Recruitment Full time

    Highly regarded NFP peak body - Family Violence - Key Strategic role - initially a 6-month contract - CBD location - hybrid WFH options **The Organisation**: **No to Violence** (NTV) is Australia’s peak body for individuals and organisations that work with men that use violence. It provides training, sector development, and advocacy across the sector. It...

  • Head of Department

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia RMIT University Full time

    Overview: - Play a pivotal role in providing senior leadership for the health science disciplines in the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences - Full time, 3-year fixed term position as Head of Department & Associate Dean, Health Sciences with underlying continuing position at Level E - Salary Academic Level E ($200,550) with leadership allowance + 17%...

  • Head of Workplace Relations

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Tandem Partners Full time

    Be accountable for workplace relations leadership and delivery - Work hand in glove with the CPO as a trusted advisor - Eastern suburbs location, hybrid working arrangement This purpose-driven, progressive, and dynamic organisation is dedicated to providing quality care and support to the community, focused on delivering the best of care to people of all...

  • Head of Media

    5 hours ago

    Melbourne, Australia Firesoft People Full time

    **Lead a profitable paid media team that delivers best-in-class work.**: - **Use strong leadership to create a team with psychological safety.**: - **Drive innovation in ad tech and ensure great work delivery.**: - **$160,000 + Super package** **Responsibilities**: - Lead the media buying offering and manage the media department, either directly or...

  • Head, Little Hall

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

    • Deliver an enriching personal and academic experience for students • Home to the prestigious Hansen Scholarship Program The University of Melbourne seeks an academic leader to develop and maintain an outstanding academic and social environment at Little Hall, a modern and contemporary residential hall at the University of Melbourne. Leading...

  • Head, Little Hall

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

    • Deliver an enriching personal and academic experience for students • Home to the prestigious Hansen Scholarship Program The University of Melbourne seeks an academic leader to develop and maintain an outstanding academic and social environment at Little Hall, a modern and contemporary residential hall at the University of Melbourne. Leading...

  • Head, Little Hall

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Full time

    Exciting opportunity to lead a vibrant student residential community Deliver an enriching personal and academic experience for students Home to the prestigious Hansen Scholarship Program The University of Melbourne seeks an academic leader to develop and maintain an outstanding academic and social environment at Little Hall, a modern and contemporary...

  • Head, Little Hall

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Full time

    Exciting opportunity to lead a vibrant student residential community Deliver an enriching personal and academic experience for students Home to the prestigious Hansen Scholarship Program The University of Melbourne seeks an academic leader to develop and maintain an outstanding academic and social environment at Little Hall, a modern and contemporary...

  • Group Head of Insights and Strategy

    6 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Crown Perth Full time

    **Group Head of Insights and Strategy** At Crown Resorts, we create exceptional experiences with respect and care for our communities. Our employees embrace our company values through our behaviours. We act with integrity, we care, we strive for excellence and we work together. We uphold these values in every interaction, whether it be with customers, our...