Navy Psychologist

The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a psychologist looking to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment to support Defence capabilities. Our Navy Psychologists are operationally and organizationally focused- working on Navy establishments to support Navy members. We work as part of a broader team of professionals to enhance capabilities and work with command teams for best practice service provision.HMAS Coonawarra is vital for Navy’s capability to protect national security and is involved in fast paced operations. As such, we are engaged in a varied role involving mental health training packages, resilience training, optimizing performance and enhancing capability of members during operations. Our team works closely with Command and other services to provide advice, support, operational mental health screening, critical incident response and organizational intervention. There is also scope to engage in brief clinical intervention when required.About our TeamThe Navy Psychology Coonawarra team provides the full scope of Navy Psychology Services to Fleet Units and the Garrison Shore Establishments at HMAS Coonawarra in the beautiful Northern Territory. The team works together to achieve a high standard of psychology service provision, liaising regularly with command elements, health providers and other wellbeing stakeholders.Our Ideal CandidateWe are looking for a highly motivated, passionate individual who is looking for variety in their professional career. You will enjoy working with others to improve service provision and coordinate best practice care, and enjoy engaging with command and other stakeholders to provide advice and recommendations based on your subject matter expertise. You will be drawn to working in the operational, occupational and clinical space, and able to adapt to a changing environment to match operational tempo.Application Closing Date: Sunday 12 May, 2024For further information please review the job information pack, reference NAVY/03558/24 onContact Details Kevin Hayter03 5931 8983