Clinical Psychologist (Assessments)

This position offers a unique opportunity for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to meaningfully impact individuals' recovery from mental illness or injury, and contribute to improving workplace mental health, wellbeing and productivity. Flexibly available for appointment as a contractor, casual employee, or fixed term employee, with flexible hours, and options for both on-site and hybrid working.
Proof of Character is at the forefront of workplace psychological assessments. We specialise in tailored, evidence-based assessments across crucial functions including recruitment, leadership and talent, workplace mental injuries and rehabilitation, and employee wellbeing.
Recruitment Assessments : We help organisations make informed hiring decisions by conducting in-depth psychological assessments of candidates.
Employee Wellbeing : We prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of teams. Our assessments identify potential stressors and mental health risks, enabling early interventions and accommodations, and enabling supportive workplace environments.
Independent Medical Examinations, Mental Health Fitness for Work, & Rehabilitation : For employees with mental illness or injury, our assessments facilitate access to appropriate compensation and treatment, and smooth return-to-work through evaluating employee readiness and providing recommendations for successful reintegration.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments including for Worksafe/TAC Independent Medical Examinations, rehabilitation assessments, and other medicolegal or work-related purposes.
Conduct structured and semi-structured clinical interviews.
Administer and interpret psychological tests and assessments.
Provide evidence-based diagnoses and recommendations in line with DSM-V-TR.
Produce independent, objective, specific, well-documented assessment reports (including ensuring a direct response to queries specified in letters of instruction).
Engage collaboratively with referring agencies, treating practitioners, and other health professionals.
Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations, processes, and practices.
Depending on the referral source and assessment purpose, assessments may commonly include a clinical interview of up to 2 hours, administration of applicable tests, and between 1-4 hours in total for completion of reports. Turnaround times may vary by client, with reports – up to 10-15 pages – to be completed within 2-7 days of appointment, including responding to any Quality Assurance queries.
Qualifications
Current AHPRA registration with endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist, including 5+ years' experience post-endorsement
Experience with (or interest in learning) key assessments used in medicolegal assessments, including the MMPI-2, PAI, and/or Rorschach inkblot test (R-PAS).
High-quality, clear, and evidence-based report writing skills
Prior experience drafting medicolegal reports, undertaking psychological rehabilitation assessments, or other prior experience working with compensable bodies, insurers, rehabilitation providers, or legal representatives is beneficial (preferred, not Apply Now