Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date: 2024-12-02 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling/Forensic) – Secure Care you will:
Implement a systemic approach and provide clinical leadership in the identification and support of the safety, social, emotional, and educational needs of children during their admission and their transition back into the community. Coordinate and/or provide short-term psychological intervention to children who are admitted to Secure Care in the context of experiences of complex trauma and disrupted attachment histories. Undertake trauma informed therapeutic planning to guide risk management and the provision of therapeutic care for children. Liaise with key stakeholders to plan for children's safety, social, emotional, and psychological needs to be met during their transition back into the community. Support Secure Care staff to build and maintain their capacity to provide a high level of therapeutic care to children and consistently respond in a trauma informed way. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Penny Wakefield, State Director Therapeutic Care on 0400 452 185. There is currently one (1) fixed term position available for immediate filling for a period of twelve (12) months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Qualification Requirements
You must have a Master's degree in clinical or counselling or forensic psychology AND full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia as a Psychologist with specialist area endorsement.
Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
A current resume/CV. A two (2) page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). An application form (for hard copy applications only). For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Emily Parker, HR Consultant on ******.
Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process.
Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Emily Parker.
Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
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