Clinical Neuropsychologist (Grade 3) - Yarra Ranges Local

Position Title Clinical Neuropsychologist (Grade 3) - Yarra Ranges Local
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Location
Award Classification Psychologists (41) (Victorian Public Health Sector (Medical Scientists, Pharmacists & Psychologists) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025) - PSYCHOLOGIST GR3 YR4
Hours (per fortnight) 15.20Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position SummaryGrade 3 Neuropsychologist - Yarra Ranges Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service:

• Permanent Part time| Five weeks annual leave
• Lilydale Location | Work in the picturesque Yarra Vally
• New service model stemming from the Royal Commission recommendations

Now is your chance to shape the future of mental health and wellbeing in Victoria to ensure that everyone is supported and includedMental Health and Wellbeing Locals are being established across Victoria focusing on care and support for people aged 26 and over who are experiencing mental health concerns – including people with co-occurring alcohol and drug treatment and care needs and their family, carers, and supporters. Eastern Health has partnered with Wellways, Inspiro and Oonah to deliver the Yarra Ranges Local which will offer a "how can we help?" and no wrong door approach making it easier for people to access the support they need close to their home, improving capacity of individuals to engage in our community and respond to any future psychological distress.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Neuropychologist to join the Yarra Ranges Local Mental Healht and Wellbeing Service. You will play a vital role in ensuring that consumers, carers and their families receive valuable and supportive mental health care. This role will ensure decisions are always either directly or indirectly aimed at ensuring the person with lived experience is at the centre of all we do and that the ethos and values of clinical professionalism are imbued within the culture of the organisation and play an integral role in changing and shaping the way mental health and wellbeing services and supports are delivered to the Yarra Ranges community.The Neuropsychologist will be responsible for providing neuropsychological assessment, clinical supervision to more junior neuropsychology staff and postgraduate students, consultation to other staff and programs, education to consumers and carers, and management including behavioural intervention. The Neuropsychologist will deliver a responsive, evidence-based service, be experienced in working within a multidisciplinary team and work well under time pressure.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:

• A Masters or Doctoral coursework qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology that has been approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Current general registration and endorsement as a Clinical Neuropsychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Board-approved Supervisor status recognised by AHPRA.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in a mental health setting as a qualified/fully registered psychologist
• Demonstrated ability to conduct high quality and comprehensive psychological assessments and to formulate and implement appropriate evidence based interventions that are consistent with best practice in clinical psychology
• Proven ability and commitment to work collaboratively with consumers, significant carers, members of multidisciplinary team and external agencies
• Demonstrated capacity to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next StepsIf you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Contact Person Brooke Trevorah
Contact Number (03) 9895 4970
Contact Email brooke.trevorah@easternhealth.org.au
Closing Date 03/04/2024
Position Description PD - Yarra Ranges Local - Grade 3 Neuropsychologist.pdfApplication Guide
SharePlease note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.