Perinatal Mental Health Therapist Opportunity

7 days ago


Werribee, Victoria, Australia Mercy Hospitals Victoria Ltd Full time

About the Opportunity

At Mercy Hospitals Victoria Ltd, we are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our Perinatal Mental Health Service – Inpatient Mother Baby Unit in Werribee. This is a 12-month fixed-term position working 24 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday preferred but negotiable). As a Clinical Psychologist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide psychological assessment and treatment to clients of the Mother Baby Unit.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a psychologist to gain experience in treating perinatal mental health issues and contribute to the well-being of mothers and infants during the perinatal period. You will have the chance to develop your skills in evidence-based psychological practice, including CBT, ACT, Schema, DBT-informed, and/or attachment-based therapies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide assessment, case formulation, treatment planning, and evidence-based psychological therapies to female inpatients receiving care in the Mother Baby Unit.
  • Work collaboratively with a diverse multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
  • Receive regular clinical supervision from senior clinical psychologists, plus opportunities for group supervision and professional development.

What You'll Bring

To thrive in this role, you will have:

  • A minimum of a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology.
  • Current registration with AHPRA as a psychologist, with endorsement as a clinical psychologist or working towards endorsement (Clinical Psychology Registrars able to apply).
  • Interest in attachment, maternal mental health, and contributing to the well-being of mothers and infants during the perinatal period.
  • Up-to-date clinical and theoretical knowledge and skills in evidence-based psychological practice.
  • Demonstrated clinical competence in mental states and risk assessment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary Information

The salary for this role is estimated to be around $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Mercy Hospitals Victoria Ltd offers a range of benefits, including:

  • A competitive salary package.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.

Contact Us

If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our website. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.



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