Position: Senior Psychologist
Field: Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)
Employment Type: Full time or part time positions available, with flexible working arrangements
Salary: $119,228 - $124,173 commensurate with experience + super + salary packaging benefits (equivalent of up to $6400 extra salary)
Location: Darwin, Northern Territory
Diverse Caseload: NDIS participants, paediatric and adult caseloads available, clinic and community settings
About Us: Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation with a 50-year history of providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults in the Northern Territory. Our multi-disciplinary team includes Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants.
The Benefits of Working with Us: Competitive salary commensurate with experienceGenerous salary packaging options to increase your take home pay (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) plus additional remote area benefits5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loadingRelocation allowance available$1,500 professional development allowance per yearComprehensive induction program and cultural awareness trainingLatest technology including iPad, laptop, sit-stand dual screen workstation, and high quality therapy assessment resourcesAccess to internal professional development mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups)Support to access PHN Professional Development grantsAccess to employee discounts and wellness benefitsAccess to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!About You: You're looking for a new adventure and an opportunity to diversify your clinical experience and take on a senior role in a growing team. You enjoy a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle, and value a collaborative workplace where you can truly make a difference.
Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Psychology and current certificationExperience within a disability sector context, working with people with complex needs and challenging behavioursA positive attitude and ability to work collaborativelyWell-developed interpersonal, communication, negotiation and influencing skillsExperience in implementing evidence-based frameworks and delivering holistic supportsYou will also need to hold (or have the ability to obtain) a current Ochre Card, Criminal History Check, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, First Aid certificate, evidence of Australian work rights, and an NT Drivers Licence.
How to Apply: The position description can be viewed here: Position Description. To apply, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team.
We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have a current Australian Driver Licence?Do you have a current Working With Children Clearance?Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance?Do you have a current Australian National Police Check (within the last 6 months)? #J-18808-Ljbffr