• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville
• Salary  AHP-3  $104,180 - $111,746.00 p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and salary packaging
• Temporary up to 7/11/25 and part-time working 22.5 hours per week

About the Role

We're looking for a skilled Senior Clinical/Health Psychologist to lead the Psychology Consult Service (PCS) at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH). This is a temporary contract position working 22.5 hours per week. PCS Psychologists conduct clinical assessments, design and implement intervention programs, and provide education and counselling on an individual and/or group basis. PCS Psychologists also provide consultancy to the multidisciplinary hospital team as required, and regularly participate in multi-disciplinary case discussions regarding patient care. Along with a clinical case load, the Senior Clinical/Health Psychologist will supervise and lead the PCS team. The successful applicant(s) will have health/rehabilitation and supervisory experience, or a strong interest in these areas, and be committed to leading the delivery of world class psychological care that makes a positive impact on the health and recovery of CALHN patients. 

We are also open to hearing from Psychologists appointable at the AHP2 level to work within the PCS team.

CALHN Psychology provides a collegial environment designed to foster your clinical skills, knowledge and experience, and to assist you to develop your career further. We provide a supportive environment with opportunities for CPD, a strong emphasis on development and learning for staff, and networking and research opportunities with other CALHN and SA Health psychologists.

Supervision is provided for all staff. The AHP3 Senior Clinical/Health Psychologist will provide supervision to AHP2 Psychologists, registrars and students within the PCS team. AHP2 Psychologists can access supervision for endorsement in either Clinical or Health Psychology.

Qualifications

• Must hold Master’s in Clinical or Health Psychology and registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Clinical Skills: Proficient in designing, implementing, and evaluating individual, group, and family interventions across settings.
• Effective Communicator: Demonstrates strong skills in communication, liaison, and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Informed Practitioner: Knowledgeable about health impacts on patients and familiar with relevant State Government legislation and guidelines.

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About CALHN

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South’s Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.

We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Onsite Facilities: Convenient paid car parking facilities ensure easy access.
• Team Support: Experience collaborative culture and professional supervision guiding your career journey.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Applications close: Friday 22 November 2024

For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref:  884210