Ahp3 Senior Psychologist, Gawler

Department for Education
Job reference: 573996
Location: 5118 - GAWLER
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Join our team as a Senior Psychologist and make a difference!
Are you passionate about helping children and students reach their full potential? We're looking for a Senior Psychologist to provide vital support to children and young people with additional needs. Be part of our team and help South Australia thrive!
About Department for Education
Every child and young person deserves a great education.
We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.
Together we will make our education system the best it can be.
When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
About the Role
As a Senior Psychologist, you will play a crucial role within Student Support Services directorate. You'll collaborate with schools and preschools to provide integrated and targeted services, meeting the diverse needs of children and young people. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team and provide professional support and supervision to psychologists. You'll work closely with educators, parents, and other professionals to develop evidence-based psychological interventions and strategies. This position emphasises proactive whole site and Partnership approaches. You will:

• Lead and manage psychologists through recruitment, retention, and professional development.
• Implement and evaluate professional and service delivery standards.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify individual needs.
• Provide professional services at various levels (individual, group, partnership).
• Contribute to research, service development, and evaluation as part of a statewide team of Senior Psychologists.

Why join us
Join us in our mission to provide a world-leading education system in South Australia. Apply now to be a part of the Department for Education. You will:

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment at the Gawler office.
• Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Make a real difference in the lives of students, families, and communities.

About you
You have:

• Recognised qualification in Psychology. (Essential)
• Current and full registration (general) with the Psychology Board of Australia. (Essential)
• Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor. (Essential)
• Area of practice endorsement – educational and developmental psychology and/or clinical psychology and/or counselling psychology. (Desirable)
• In-depth professional knowledge applicable in a school or preschool setting.
• Ability to engage in needs-based assessments and evidence based strategies.
• Cultural awareness and ensure inclusive service delivery.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage setbacks.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and effective communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Special Conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.
Application Instructions
If you are passionate about improving children's lives and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit a CV and a Cover Letter stating how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the position description. Additionally, candidates are required to fill in and submit Application Cover Sheet and Pre Employment Declaration form attached to this advertisement.
Our team is eagerly waiting to review your application and explore the potential of having you on board.
Remuneration
AHP3: $102,641 - $110,094 per annum plus superannuation
Enquiries
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Catherine Opitz, Team Manager on Tel: 8522 0900 or Email: catherine.opitz@sa.gov.au
Additional Note
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) contract, starting on 12 February 2024 for six months.
Applications close: 01/02/2024 11:30 PM
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Flexibility Statement
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.