Job title: Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist
Company: Government of Western Australia
Job description: Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 23rd March 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Clinical, Counselling or Forensic PsychologistDivision: Community ServicesPosition No: 008678Salary: Specified Calling Level 3, $118,325 – $130,458 pa + Super – PSCSAA 2022Work Type: Permanent – Full Time, Fixed Term – Full TimeLocation: KalgoorlieClosing Date: 2024-04-19 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives, and regional services reform.The position on offer is as follows:
- District Psychology – Kalgoorlie
As a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, in our Child Protection Psychology Services team you will be based in Kalgoorlie covering the Goldfields District, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team as a consultant and clinician. You will play an essential and highly valued role responding to the developmental and mental health effects of early life trauma on infants, children, and adolescents.The attached Job Description Forms (JDF) provide more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Veronica Edwards, Chief Psychologist – on 0437 260 574.There is currently one permanent position available for immediate filling.Applicants found suitable but not preferred may be considered for similar future vacancies fixed-term or permanent arising within the next 6-months across the Department of Communities.Our Benefits
- Working in the Goldfields Region attracts great benefits (subject to eligibility) including: Subsidised GROH Housing
- Annual Leave Travel Concessions
- District Allowance
- 4 weeks annual leave
- 3 days additional public sector holidays
- 15 days personal leave per annum
- 11% superannuation, full employer contribution
- Access to flexible working arrangements, such as but not limited to, alternative work locations or home-based work, subject to business needs
- Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSPsychologist Specified Calling Level 3: A 2-year post graduate Masters degree in Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychology or approved equivalent, General Registration as a Psychologist AND specialist endorsement with AHPRA.Join the Department of Communities Today!Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: * A current comprehensive CV/resume,
- A cover letter outlining the following:
- Citizenship, residency status or visa status,
- Qualifications completed,
- Current AHPRA registration and endorsement status,
- Confirmation of drivers license,
- A two-page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF,
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable),
- An application form (for hard copy applications only).
Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the selection criteria requirements during the selection process.For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Mali Kalem, HR Consultant, on 0403 689 648 or email .We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:TTY/voice calls – 133 677Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727SMS relay – 0423 677 767Integrity and HonestyThe public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click .Equity and DiversityThe Department of Communities is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people with the appropriate qualifications are encouraged to apply.If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Hayley Greeshaw. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contactLodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Expected salary: $118325 – 130458 per year
Location: Kalgoorlie, WA
Job date: Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:30:13 GMT
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