Salary: Lead School Psychologist - $152,058 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension Across the state, Regional Education Offices are responsible for supporting schools in the metropolitan and rural areas by promoting system initiatives, providing support and quality assurance, and ensuring consistency in the implementation of policies and procedures to enhance the outcomes of schooling. Regional offices are also required to ensure that each school within their area of responsibility complies with the relevant legislation and policies.
The Role As a school psychologist with the Mid West Education Region, you will be joining a dynamic team of psychologists, from early career through to many years of experience. While you will be employed with the Mid West Education Region team, you may be working in various schools across the Geraldton location. We're looking for a psychologist, with a strong focus on professional learning communities and collegiality.
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance to ensure the delivery of high-quality psychological services across our schools. You will oversee professional learning and supervision, particularly for provisionally registered psychologists, ensuring they meet the standards outlined in the Competency Framework for School Psychologists. Your expertise will drive the implementation of contemporary psychological practices and innovative programs that foster positive outcomes for students, schools, and the broader education system.
As a Lead School Psychologist, you will play a critical role in managing complex issues, providing expert advice on emergency and critical incident responses, and influencing systemic change through collaboration with various stakeholders. Your responsibilities include monitoring compliance with professional standards, supporting inter-agency partnerships, and ensuring the effective deployment of resources. Additionally, you will manage staff performance, leave entitlements, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the School Psychology Service, shaping its future direction and impact.
Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.
Eligibility To work with us, you must:
hold or be eligible for general registration with the Psychology Board of Australiabe an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include:
A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFThe criteria align with Phase 3 described in the Competency Framework for School Psychologists.
Demonstrated highly-proficient skills and the application of scientific practitioner models that contribute to system-level understandings and decision making.Demonstrated application of exemplary specialist knowledge and skills and the provision of leadership in the development of programs and interventions.Demonstrated ability to clarify and communicate complex concepts and provide feedback and critical evaluation on the school psychology profession, system policy, direction and operation.Demonstrated leadership of strategic partnerships to build capacity, influence systemic policy and undertake interventions and prevention programs.Demonstrated leadership and engagement in a variety of professional activities that indicate critical self-reflection, flexibility, exemplary practice and the development of learning communities.Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 11 December 2024
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