Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)
Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
$106,966 - $123,013 per annum + 11.5% Super
Department of Health are seeking a Psychologist to join the Family Violence Counselling and Support Services - Child and Young Person Program (CHYPP). Join a passionate, dynamic and supportive team in providing counselling and support to children, young people and their families who have experienced family violence. Please note this position is dual classified and is also being advertised as Provisional Psychologist (517844c). Only one position will be filled on merit. The role: Assist children and young people to recover from the effect of family violence trauma through the delivery of developmentally appropriate specialist psychological services and therapeutic support. Undertake appropriate forms of interventions within family violence, trauma and attachment frameworks in line with evidence-based practice and contemporary therapeutic models. Undertake psychological assessments of children, young people and their families using standardised assessment methods. Provide therapeutic interventions, case management services and, if necessary, referrals to appropriate agencies. Contribute to and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of programs, including group programs and sessions for clients of Children and Young Persons' Program (CHYPP) and Family Violence Counselling and Support Service (FVCSS). Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies. Salary: $106,966 - $123,013 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022 In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum Benefits available to eligible candidates: Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees. Professional development and accelerated pathways. Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible. Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide and Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
Application close 11:55PM Friday 8 November 2024.
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