Senior Clinical Psychologist - MH Professional Development UnitWork in an environment that offers:An opportunity to work with a leading regional health serviceA strong attitude to teaching and learningExcellent clinical exposure across a range of specialtiesThe PositionJob Reference : 2034Position Title: Senior Clinical PsychologistClassification: PM1 (Grade 4 Yr1) - PM5 (Grade 4 Yr 5)Salary per hour (exc.
super): $62.40 - $75.06Hours per fortnight: 56 HoursEmployment Status: Ongoing Part TimeThe RoleThe position supports psychology practice within Bendigo Health Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (MHWS) promoting service improvement and capacity building with evidence-based practice enhancing quality and consistency of the service response for patients.
The role ensures psychology expertise and input with the co-design and implementation of clinical programs and professional development activities.
With the support of other Psychology leaders in Bendigo Health, this position promotes and supports the implementation of psychological interventions within the MH&WS.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide psychology professional expertise regarding staff development and Mental Health and Wellbeing Service policy and processProvide specialist-level consultation, education, and training for mental health clinicians and key network partners aligned to departmental strategic plansLead and contribute to practice development activities of evidence-based psychological therapies in MHWS and promote and assist development of contemporary therapeutic practice approaches for consumers with high complexity within the Mental Health programsDevelop and promote the establishment of treatment programs, resources, and guidelines to support advanced practice, taking a leadership role in the planning, coordination, and implementation of psychological intervention programsProvide secondary consultation, mentoring, and occasional direct client assessment or secondary interventions alongside the clinical teams.
This can include collaborative work modeling clinical psychology assessment and treatment skills to colleaguesProvide ongoing specialist clinical psychology supervision to clinical psychologist registrars, clinical and general psychologists (within grades 1-3), and other clinicians within MHWSWork with the P5 Psychologist Educator, on the planning, development, and management of clinical education for MHWS clinicians including psychologists, interns, registrars, Mental Health nurses, and allied healthDevelop and participate in applied evaluation and/or research activities for Mental Health programsMaintain high-quality, accurate records and statistics as required by Bendigo Health policyWorking with Bendigo HealthBendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture.Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care.
Every Person, Every Time.Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria.
The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including:Staff health and wellbeing programsCareer development and education opportunitiesGenerous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnightFlexible Working ArrangementsUse of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport programIf successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the onboarding process.Your New DivisionThe Mental Health Service provides psychiatric care and treatment across a large catchment area in Victoria stretching from Swan Hill in the north of the state to Gisborne in the south.
Family sensitive practice is central to our models of mental health care and best practice ensures the identification, inclusion and support of families, carers and children.Interested?We'd love to hear from you!
Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.If you are an existing Bendigo Health employee, please ensure you apply with your Bendigo Health email address.Contact Details Justin Moir, Psychology Director on ******, 0486 010 040 or Francis McCormick, Manager MH Professional Development Unit, 54547610 for a confidential discussion.
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