Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 Hours Per Week
Location: Cabramatta Drug Health Services
Position Classification: Psychologist
Remuneration: $74,742 - $ 109,397 Per Annum

Requisition ID: REQ516529
Application Close Date: 15/09/2024
Interview Date Range: 18/09/2024 – 25/09/2024
Contact Details: Joan Purcell – (02) 8778 7870 I [email protected]

About the Opportunity
South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a dedicated Psychologist to join our Drug Health Youth Service.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with young people experiencing substance use issues, providing evidence-based psychological interventions and support.

Our Drug Health Services are committed to delivering comprehensive care through prevention, early intervention, treatment, and harm reduction strategies.

The Youth Services program focuses on helping young people navigate their journey to recovery by offering specialised care tailored to their unique needs.

As a part of our multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the holistic approach we take in improving the health and wellbeing of youth in our community.

We are looking for someone with a passion for making a difference, excellent communication skills, and experience in youth mental health or substance use treatment.

What You'll be Doing
To deliver evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions in order to address the needs of consumers who are living with a wide range of behavioural and emotional disorders.

Where You'll Be Working 
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.

The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.

As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.

Qualifications - External

How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

1. Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
   Completion of a four-year sequence of accredited undergraduate study in the discipline of psychology (or equivalent completed overseas).
2. Demonstrated effective experience in assessment, intervention and evaluation of clinical outcomes with diverse patient and/or consumer populations.
3. Demonstrated experience working independently in the provision of patient/consumer-focused care.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of the quality improvement process for service development, implementation and evaluation.
5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to accomplish service goals and improved patient and/or consumer care and outcomes.
6. Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience.
7. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

 Apply via: Psychologist Drug Health Youth Service Perm Ft (nsw.gov.au)