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 Managing Psychologist you will work in a crucial role, leading the delivery of clinical services to support the mental health and social and emotional wellbeing of children involved with Child Protection. You will also contribute to local leadership, guide trauma-informed approaches to Child Protection practice, and establish and maintain stakeholder relationships to support high level clinical care and support for children. The Managing Psychologist role oversees the provision of trauma informed and culturally responsive clinical services, provides senior clinical expertise for complex cases, undertakes designated portfolio responsibilities, and contributes to Department wide service development. You will manage psychologist staff and teams, and be responsible for providing sound clinical governance for individual and team clinical practice, incorporating processes of recruitment, quality assurance, performance monitoring, professional development, and risk mitigation. The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Gary Lindsay, Chief Psychologist on (08) 6277 47or via email at communities.wa.gov.au. There are currently 3 part time permanent positions available for immediate filling. 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. Benefits The Department of Communities offers a safe and healthy working environment anda range of benefits including attractive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and learning and development opportunities, in exchange for your skills, passion and commitment. These include: Employer contributions of 11.5 per cent to your superannuation 20 working days of annual leave (pro rata for part-time) with an annual leave loading payment Three days of public service holidays per annum A dedicated Health and Wellbeing Hub supporting employee wellbeing by providing information and resources Leadership and Management Hub - a one-stop-shop for information, tools, resources and courses to develop leadership and management skills. To view the range of benefits that may be available click here. Qualification Requirements: A Master of Psychology degree in Clinical or Counselling or Forensic Psychology and registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with endorsement in a specialist area of practice as outlined in the JDF. 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 three [3] page written application addressing all the Essential 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 Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant, via email on communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls - 133 677 Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727 SMS relay - 0423 677 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. For more information on these requirements, click here. Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth. 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 Courtnie. 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. Attachments: - Application Form - Information for Applicants - JDF - Managing Psychologist - Specialised Clinical Services - SCL4.docx You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.
