The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
Psychologist – Paediatrics – Level 3 – Fixed Term, Full Time
To be Tasmanian is to pursue quality over quantity. We create, preserve, and protect the unusual. With quiet confidence, with passion and perseverance, we pursue the extraordinary.
You could be a Psychologist anywhere. What’s different about Tasmania is our culture and our lifestyle. You will have a powerful connection to your clients and their families, and the community will encourage your success. Our isolation helps drive a culture of invention and human connection.
You’ll play a leading role in our inclusive and expert team across the North-West, working alongside our Paediatricians, fellow Allied Health professionals, and Nurses to provide comprehensive care that is centred on the unique situation of each individual you meet.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from January 2025 until July 2025.
Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022
* Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
* Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia
* Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
* Current Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Holds area of practice endorsement in Clinical Psychologist
* Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology
* Current Driver’s Licence
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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