Lead the therapy team of the Kids Hub and support children with emotional, behavioural, mental health, and developmental issues. $109,247 - $129,171 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time 38 hours per week | Clinical Psychologist, Dietitian Level 4, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4, Speech Pathologist Level 4 | Dharawal Country, Wollongong/Warrawong | REQ541091 | Applications close: 20 January 2025
This is a temporarily funded position until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. As the Team Leader, you will help support the project team to set up the Head to Health Kids Hub service with a new model of care. In this position, you will lead a team of multidisciplinary clinicians in the Intervention and Family Support Pathway (therapy team) and will provide clinical care coordination for families. This position is open to Allied Health Clinicians (level 4) – Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Work, Dietetics as well as Senior Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist.
This new service is part of a nation-wide roll out of Kids Hubs jointly funded by NSW Health and the Australian Government to provide early intervention mental health and wellbeing support for children up to the age of 12 years.
A Little About Us. From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits Of Working With ISLHD. Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home payNovated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their familiesDiscounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more informationCareer progression, professional development and secondment opportunitiesSupportive multi-disciplinary team environmentRequirements Apply now by reading the selection criteria found in the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the five questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
For Allied Health candidates: Current registration with the Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as Allied Health professional or eligible for membership of professional association for Allied Health disciplines not requiring AHPRA registration. For Psychology candidates: Masters degree or higher in Clinical Psychology with endorsement in a relevant area or minimum 9 years service as a Psychologist and current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.Working With Children Check (WWCC)NSW Drivers LicenceApplicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.For role-related queries or help applying, contact Ruth Evans on 0448 208 040 ****** or Chris Colmer ****** #J-18808-Ljbffr