About the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) is the foremost
professional body and voice for psychological science and practice in
Australia. From professional development and support services to advocating in
government, we cater to the needs of members and help grow the capacity of the
psychology workforce. While in the general public we provide the psychology
information and tools people need, ultimately we serve our purpose of improving
the mental health and wellbeing of the Australian population.
Stronger Together, Respect in every action, Forward
Thinking, Professional Integrity
About the Role
The Professional Advisor works with colleagues in the
Professional Advisory Service to provide accurate and comprehensive telephone
and email advice to APS members in response to a broad range of professional
and practice issues, including, but not limited to:
- Ethical
dilemmas
- Complex
client issues (not supervision)
- Practice
management concerns
- Legislative
matters, e.g., privacy legislation, mandatory reporting
- Regulatory
matters, including requirements of third parties, such as Medicare
- Enquiries
from other professionals relating to psychology ethics and services.
The Professional Advisor contributes to the development of
professional practice information, resources, and other documents relevant to
the practice of psychology. The Professional Advisor will maintain awareness
and currency of issues and developments relevant to psychology and the APS.
We work in a hybrid model. Most team members currently work
from home, with the option to work in our Melbourne CBD office when it suits
them, or as the business requires (ie for large planning meetings). This
position is part time at 0.6FTE (3 days a week).
We are happy to accept applications from anywhere in
Australia as working remotely can be arranged.
Key Selection Criteria
Essential
- General
registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
- Significant
experience as a practicing psychologist
- Broad
experience across different sectors, such as private and public
- Effective
communication skills and ability to quickly establish rapport
- High
level writing skills
- Service
focus.
Desirable
- Sound
knowledge of the APS Code of Ethics and ethical guidelines.
- Sound
understanding of ethical issues relating to psychological practice and
ways of negotiating these.
- Understanding
and knowledge of practice and business issues affecting psychologists
including those relating to relevant legislation
Why work with the APS?
- Access
to salary packaging benefits including Salary packaging Living allowance
$15,900 (net) & Meal Entertainment Benefit $2,650 (net) putting more
money in your pocket.
- Flexible
approach to work with no mandated days in the office to provide better
work/life balance
- Great
social environment to keep us connected
- 12
weeks paid parental leave
- 3
paid volunteer days each year
- Employee
Assistance Program & Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff
access to Member Benefits Program
- Paid
Employee Referral Program, where you are rewarded for referring successful
talent
Applicants should provide a short covering letter and an up to date CV addressing the key selection criteria. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application immediately.
Applications will remain open until 18 November 2024, with the recruitment process starting prior to that date for high quality candidates.