Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical) Government - Federal (Government & Defence) Full time $115,899 - $130,733 (EL 1) + up to 15.4% Super This is an exciting opportunity for a psychologist looking to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment to support Defence capabilities at HMAS Coonawarra in Darwin.
It is a civilian (non-uniformed) role that is part of the Australian Public Service (APS) workforce within the Royal Australian Navy.
Coonawarra is vital for Navy's capability to protect national security and is involved in fast paced operations.
As such, we are engaged in a varied role involving mental health training packages, resilience training, optimizing performance and enhancing capability of members during operations.
Our team works closely with Command and other services to provide advice, support, operational mental health screening, critical incident response and organizational intervention.
There is also scope to engage in brief clinical intervention when required.
About our Team The Navy Psychology Coonawarra team provides the full scope of Navy Psychology Services to Fleet Units and the Garrison Shore Establishments at HMAS Coonawarra in the beautiful tropical Northern Territory.
The team works together to achieve a high standard of psychology service provision, liaising regularly with command elements, health providers and other wellbeing stakeholders.
We are a highly professional, close-knit team who work together to support each other and the goals of our Section.
We are well integrated within the HMAS Coonawarra community and supported by the wider Navy Psychology team.
We value professional development, strong relationships, high performance, work flexibility and support.
Our Ideal Candidate We are looking for a highly motivated individual who wants variety in their professional career, has the ability to exercise a considerable degree of independence, and has the ability to perform a leadership role.
You will enjoy engaging with command and other stakeholders to provide advice and recommendations based on your subject matter expertise; and enjoy working with others to improve service provision and coordinate best practice care for uniformed members.
You will be drawn to working in the operational, occupational and clinical space, and able to adapt to a changing environment to match operational tempo.
Relocation assistance is available and, while this is a client-facing role, there will be regular opportunities to work from home and enjoy flexible work arrangements.
There is also free access to the gym facilities on base and free on-site parking.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 24 October, 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr