ahp2/3 psychologist

Department for Education
Job reference:
Location: WHYALLA, PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

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:

Are you a psychologist looking for a change? Are you seeking an excitable role including travel, and have a passion for making a difference? Do you like to work with children, want to explore the outback with an amazing team or improve your experience working with indigenous families?

If this is you, then we have the role for you Able to be based in the city with flexible working option fly-in/fly-out and a 20% pay loading and relocation assistance or government housing if you wish to relocate to the country area. Take a chance and make a change.

These roles are based in Port Augusta or Whyalla.

The Psychologist is a member of the inter-disciplinary team and works with children and young people with developmental, cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural and physical difficulties, and exceptional needs (including giftedness) and their families. The Psychologist works with preschool and school staff, and parents to develop evidence based psychology interventions that include proactive, targeted and intensive strategies that can be adapted for learning and home contexts.

Living in Port Augusta and Whyalla

Port Augusta, known as the gateway to the Flinders Ranges, provides stunning landscapes and numerous outdoor activities. Experience the charm of the outback with easy access to hiking, camping, and exploring unique geological features. Port Augusta boasts a lower cost of living, a welcoming community and a relaxed pace of life.

Whyalla offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, a relaxed atmosphere and a thriving local community. Enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, snorkelling, and exploring natural wonders such as the annual cuttlefish migration. The city combines affordable living with a strong sense of community and cultural events.

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:

• AHP2 $88,255 - $102,240 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (11.5%)
  or
• AHP3 $104,180 - $111,746 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (11.5%)

Enquiries:

Enquiries can be directed to Mel Judd, Team Manager, via tel: or email: [email protected]

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:

There are 2x full-time roles (1.0 FTE) and 1 part-time (0.6FTE) available, for an initial 12-month term contract term, with the potential for ongoing employment.

These positions are to be filled at either AHP2 or AHP3 classification level, determined by skills, knowledge and experience of individual applicants and level of responsibility relevant to the position. Applicants of all experience levels are welcome to apply for this role.

Flexible working options including fly in fly out, and drive in drive out, will also be considered.

Applications close: 18/06/2025 11:30 PM

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