Provisional Psychologist

Salary: Classification – Provisional Psychologist Grade 1
2025 start with many development opportunitiesABOUT US Gateway Health is a community health service providing health and welfare services to individuals, families, and communities across northeast Victoria and parts of southern New South Wales.
We are a not-for-profit Company limited by guarantee and a registered Community Health Service under the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic).
The organisation employs over 380 staff providing a range of primary health and community services across the Ovens Murray region in Northeast Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales.
Gateway Health serves all people and is committed to improving individual and population health outcomes.
We do this by providing health care and support to individuals and communities in times of need, and by actively working with our partners to address the social and environmental determinants of health.
ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for Provisional Psychologists who can deliver authentic, compassionate, and dependable support to clients.
The primary responsibilities of the Provisional Psychologist are to provide high-quality clinical services to adults who are experiencing harm and significant problems relating to their AOD use.
In this role, you will provide psychological assessment, therapeutic interventions, and support to clients of diverse backgrounds and needs.
This position is ideal for candidates completing their pathway to full registration, offering valuable hands-on experience and regular supervision.
The Provisional Psychologist will be required to take on a clinical load of clients as per their approved AHPRA Internship plan.
Key responsibilities will include (however not limited to):
Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to provide integrated care to clients,Conduct thorough psychological assessments and develop individualised, evidence-based psychology treatment plans, working alongside the AOD Clinical team.Deliver structured therapeutic interventions, employing modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), as appropriate to client needs and under professional supervision.Provide individual counselling as well as regularly co-facilitate therapeutic/psycho-education groups.Collaborate effectively with clients, their families, and other healthcare providers to ensure holistic care and facilitate the best possible outcomes.Maintain detailed and compliant client records, upholding the highest standards of confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism.Actively participate in team case conferences, regular supervision, and professional development initiatives.This role is designed to cultivate your clinical skills in a supportive and professionally enriching environment, equipping you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.
ABOUT YOU We are seeking Provisionally Registered Psychologists who are ready to start their career. You will have a degree qualification in Psychology recognised by the national professional association and have:
Provisional Registration with AHPRA.An ability to work effectively and independently as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills.Fun & energy!
We are a vibrant and diverse team who really enjoys working together.The successful candidate will be provided with board-approved supervisors by Gateway Health as per the requirements of the internship and will be required to develop an internship plan that is approved by AHPRA.
REMUNERATION Victorian Community Health Sector (Audiologists, Dietitians, Pharmacists, and Psychologists) Enterprise Agreement
Classification – Provisional Psychologist Grade 1
GATEWAY HEALTH CULTURE Gateway Health promotes a learning culture that encourages innovation and initiative and recognises our staff as our greatest asset.
Gateway Health is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve within our community.
GATEWAY HEALTH BENEFITS Work within a supportive team environmentLaptop, mobile phone with remote access on and offsiteGenerous Not For Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax-freeFlexible hours and arrangements, for a work-life balance that works for youOption to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.Paid parental leaveProfessional development + ongoing training and support providedFree car parkingFitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your familyAccess to regular external supervision debriefing with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available as needed, together with Group Supervision and Wellness activities.Access to our free confidential counselling service through EAP for staff and their familyAccess to annual vaccination programDiscounted Health InsuranceA suite of employee reward and recognition programsFor a confidential chat about the position please call Kat Baer on .
Don't meet every single requirement?
At Gateway Health we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every selection criterion and/or qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply.
You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 1st December 2024 Gateway Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender diverse people, intersex people, people experiencing health inequalities, and culturally and linguistically diverse people. Please Note - should you be successful, you are required to undergo a: Criminal History CheckWorking With Children CheckEvidence of VaccinationsProof of your eligibility to work in Australia (provide either - birth certificate, passport, VISA, etc)If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.
All personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
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