EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Ongoing Full time LOCATION: ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA AFP BAND & SALARY: Band 08 ($121,628.00 - $132,391.00) JOB REFERENCE NUMBER: 13665 This advertisement is to fill a current vacancy and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
What is the role?
SHIELD is seeking applications from experienced and motivated mental health clinicians to perform the role of Technical Leader of Psychological Services.
SHIELD is a health capacity that will embed health and wellbeing into the day-to-day operations for AFP employees by providing services across Australia and directly supporting the health of the frontline.
SHIELD will propel the AFP to a more preventative, forward-leaning, face-to-face service delivery model in support of performance optimisation.
The Technical Leader of Psychological Services is responsible for providing clinical leadership, technical guidance, and professional support to the mental health workforce across the AFP and works closely with hub leaders across the country.
The Technical Leader of Psychological Services reports to the Chief Psychologist and leads a team of AFP Mental Health Clinicians.
What will you do?
Developing and implementing national policies, standards, and frameworks for mental health services delivery in the AFP.
Effective collaboration and consultation with SHIELD Hub Leaders to support them in service delivery in their Commands.
Ensuring the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of mental health assessments, interventions, and consultations across the AFP.
Providing expert advice and support to the Manager SHIELD, Chief Psychologist, Mental Health Clinicians, and other stakeholders on complex and emerging issues related to mental health services.
Leading and facilitating professional learning, supervision, and mentoring for the mental health workforce in partnership with hub leaders.
Managing and overseeing national projects, research, and evaluation activities related to mental health services.
Representing the AFP and the Mental Health Services team at forums, committees, and networks.
Leading recruitment and procurement activities to ensure there is an accessible pool of mental health clinician talent to bring into the organisation as required.
Essential Requirements You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
A relevant qualification in psychology, social work, nursing, or occupational therapy and full registration or accreditation with the relevant professional body.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in providing mental health services to adults, especially those working in high-risk or high-stress environments.
Extensive knowledge and skills in mental health assessment, intervention, and consultation, and the ability to apply them to a diverse range of clients and contexts.
Proven leadership and management skills, including the ability to lead and motivate teams, manage projects and resources, and deliver outcomes within time and budget constraints.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, build and maintain relationships, and resolve conflicts.
Demonstrated commitment to ethical and professional standards, continuous learning, and evidence-based practice.
Desirable Requirements Experience in developing and implementing policies, standards, and frameworks for mental health services.
Experience in conducting and disseminating research and evaluation related to mental health services.
Experience and knowledge in the use of psychometric measures.
Selection Criteria Achieve results Contributes to strategic thinking Cultivates productive working relationships Shows personal drive and integrity Communicates with influence Application Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time: Resume/CV Applicant pitch (maximum two pages).
Names and contact details of two professional referees.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Employment Suitability Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must: Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ).
Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs.
Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations.
Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.
Recruitment Process Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application may be invited to a formal interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people.
Contacts and Closing Information Contact Officer - Tim Grenfell Contact Officer Phone: (02)51267530 Contact Officer Email: ****** Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 24/10/2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr