Clinical or Generalist Psychologist

Psychservice is leading the way in both paediatric practice and assessment and therapy across the lifespan. We are located 5 km east from Melbourne’s CBD in the Kew Junction. We also have a clinic in Dandenong. We were established by Dr Tania Pietrzak clinical psychologist and board-approved supervisor with over 23 years of experience and we lead the way for paediatric psychology services and assessment and treatment for neurodiverse and neurotypical clients across the lifespan. Our team is fun, progressive, multilingual (Mandarin, Japanese) and we have a fabulous workplace culture that values the well-being of our staff. Work satisfaction ultimately benefits our clients too. 

Our clinicians are supported clinically with in-house individual supervision with Dr Tania Pietrzak and regular in-house professional development sessions, monthly peer supervision sessions and a generous professional development budget. We also hold quarterly social events.

Psychservice is committed to cultivating and growing the careers of the next generation of psychologists, as well as experienced psychologists looking for career growth and expansion.

We are offering:

• Work laptop, standing desk and iPad
• Great Kew location close to local restaurants, public transport, with a Gym and Sauna available for use within the building, and free car parking
• Attractive 60-65% remuneration (depending on experience) on collections, or an attractive negotiable salary if wanting to be employed
• Monthly group supervision
• Opportunity to work with individuals and groups, couple therapy and family therapy.
• Individual fortnightly supervision
• $1000 sign-on bonus
• Professional development workshops on CBT, REBT, DBT, Schema therapy, ACT,  EMDR, Couple Therapy (Gottman) and other cognitive information processing models,  conducting functional behavioural assessments and developing positive behaviour support plans and social skills training for children and adults.

We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist, a Generalist Psychologist or a psychologist near completion of their clinical registrar program to join a progressive and caring Psychology Practice located in the community of Kew and a second location at Dandenong. This contracted position is with a highly competitive 60-65% remuneration on collections or an attractive negotiable salary if wanting to be employed.

We are keen to shape a role around your clinical goals and career progression pathways. This role is 1-2 days per week for 2 clinicians. If you prefer adult-only or child-only work this is also fine. 

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Conduct Psychological Assessments for autism, ADHD, SLD, and intellectual disability
• Carry out Psychological Treatments using evidence-based interventions
• Report writing and GP feedback letters (letters are dictated and admin type them up)
• Deliver group and individual interventions (groups are co-facilitated with Dr Tania Pietrzak)
• Maintain clients by seeking feedback early with the SRS and ORS feedback tools.
• Work with a variety of clients including children, adults, parents, couples, and families (your choice based on your area of competency or opportunity to grow and extend your professional area of expertise)

The ideal candidate will have experience and skills as follows:

• Private practice experience is preferred.
• Experience in working with NDIS clients is preferred.
• General Registration as a psychologist with AHPRA, Registrar or Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist with AHPRA, or provisional registration with AHPRA
• Eligibility for provider registration with Medicare
• Conducting online Telehealth /video/phone and face-to-face appointments with our clients
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current ABN number and professional indemnity insurance if you are a contractor, GST registered preferred.
• Familiarity with delivering online treatment
• Familiarity with Halaxy or a similar practice management software (training can be provided)
• Experience with delivery of CBT, REBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural interventions, CBT-E, MANTRA, hypnotherapy, EMDR, Family Based Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy (preferred)
• Experience with ASD assessments (preferred)
• Great report writing and case formulation skills
• Passionate about improving and supporting the mental health of the community and the client's well-being and life satisfaction
• Good client retention.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong commitment to ongoing professional development
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team

Why should you apply?

• Great Kew location with networking opportunities with other health professionals in the building and  close to local restaurants, and public transport, with a Gym and Sauna available for use within the building
• Permanent part-time and contract positions are available any day of the week
• A strong referral network provided
• Highly competitive 60-65% remuneration on collections if engaged as a contractor or an attractive negotiable salary if wanting to be employed
• Induction training and ongoing training provided including collegiate support, ongoing clinical supervision (individual and group), assistance with reports
• Quarterly social events paid for by the company
• Free Car Parking
• The practice has a bus stop and tram stop right out the front.
• See our website at https://www.psychservice.com.au/

Please note:
You must be a permanent resident or an Australian citizen to apply. Overseas applicants will be considered if you have AHPRA registration (or near registration) and are eligible for a Medicare provider number. Applicants who are near completion of their master's or doctorate degree will be considered.
Additional information

• $1000 sign-on bonus
• Generous remuneration on collections, or an attractive negotiable salary
• Work laptop, standing desk and iPad provided