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Form of work• Newly created role for a Psychologist based at The Mornington Centre, a purpose built facility that offers a range of integrated inpatient and outpatient services
• Suitable for someone with a strong interest in Health Psychology, combining psychological wellbeing with physical rehabilitation and psycho-oncology
• Attractive salary and leave entitlements, on-site parking, superannuation paid on top of your salary, Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing
• Work in a friendly and supportive team environment, with excellent clinical supervision, education and development opportunities
• Role based in the beautiful seaside suburb of Mornington with quick and easy access via Peninsula Link and on-site parking
Who We Are and What We Stand For
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula region are stunning beachside locations with a great sense of community. Peninsula Health is committed to creating a diverse and safe environment for employees and our community. We are a growing healthcare service with exciting new opportunities, with Frankston Hospital currently undergoing a $1.1 billion redevelopment project. Be surrounded by engaged teams, community minded people, restaurants & cafes, beautiful parks & beaches and endless opportunities!
What You Will Be Doing
This Grade 2 Psychologist role is a unique opportunity for those interested in Health Psychology, specifically rehabilitation and psycho-oncology. It combines 1 day working on the inpatient rehabilitation and Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) wards and 1 day working in the Lymphoedema Service.
A large proportion of clients seen in the Lymphoedema Service are those experiencing lymphoedema secondary to cancer or those living with lipidema. Psychological work will include supporting clients experiencing depression/anxiety, negative perceptions around body image, adjusting to living with a chronic medical condition and associated changes to function, and/or coping with social stigma. On the inpatient wards, the work is primarily focused on supporting clients with depression / anxiety (e.g., fear of falling), grief and loss, and adjustment difficulties.
In both roles the Psychologist will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide holistic physical and mental health care to clients in line with their goals. The Psychologist will achieve this by conducting evidence-based assessment, and formulating appropriate interventions and education for their clients. The Psychologist plays an important role in supporting teams in understanding mental health presentations, management strategies and discharge planning recommendations.
We encourage you to contact us to discuss options for flexible work arrangements.
What We Can Offer You
• Regular clinical supervision from a suitably qualified Senior Psychologist
• Access to a Psychology Clinical Education team to support ongoing training and development goals
• Psychologists can access up to 5 days a year (pro rata) paid Professional Development Leave and an additional 2 days a year of Registration leave!
• Generous allowances for reimbursement of Professional Development Leave expenses
• Higher qualification allowance available subject to eligibility
• Annual retention payment of $2,000 (pro rata)
• 5-weeks a year of annual leave (pro rata)
• All employees receive annual leave loading (17.5 % on top of ordinary hourly rate)
• Access to generous Salary Packaging of over $11,000, meaning you pay less tax and have more take home pay!
• Generous employer superannuation paid on top of your salary
• State of the art facilities and campus partnerships
• Strong professional links to hundreds of Allied Health staff across Peninsula Health
• Employee Assistance Programs to support optimal mental health and physical health including free confidential counselling
• Access to Novating Leasing on top of Salary Packing Benefits, meaning you get to drive a new car while saving on tax!
• Access to our extensive Workplace Wellbeing Program, which includes a broad range of discounts and special offers
What You Need
We anticipate you will have:
• General registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia
• Experience working in a rehabilitation, psycho-oncology or other hospital setting, or interest in working towards this
• Experience in psychological assessment, formulation and delivery of brief psychological interventions
• It is desirable, but not essential, that the Psychologist holds an endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology or Counselling Psychology
What Next
Apply now!
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People, Experience & Performance Team on (03) 9784 2***.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit:
https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
This role must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and meet the requirements of the Peninsula Health immunisation policy.
Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.
