Neuropsychologist Advanced

Deliver advanced level evidenced based Neuropsychology services for Mental Health Consumers to optimise health outcomes and coordinate supported transition to community in Metro North. Join this new initiative for up to 12 months with possibility of extension.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to deliver advanced level, evidenced based Neuropsychology services and coordination of care for consumers of the Mental Health Intensive Discharge Team (MIND), their carers and relevant stakeholders, as part of an interprofessional team to expediate discharge from Metro North Mental Health Facilities.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following values within the context of the “Key Accountabilities”. The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Respect – demonstrates interpersonal savvy, manages conflict appropriately, communicates effectively and balances the needs of all stakeholders with utmost respect to all people at all times
• Teamwork – collaborates effectively, develops talent, values differences and builds effective teams to bring about best use of resources to deliver healthcare services
• Compassion – is patient / client focussed, demonstrates self-awareness and the effects of behaviour on others, deals with or manages ambiguity and complexity, demonstrates resilience in the delivery of patient services or support in the delivery of services to patients
• High Performance – cultivates innovation, is action oriented, drives results and supports Metro North Health's vision and purpose to exceed expectations of our patients and stakeholders
• Integrity – demonstrates sound decision quality, ensures accountability, demonstrates courage in the face of adversity and works effectively / manages complexity to ensure work output and decisions are ethical and invariably of a high standard
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Mandatory possession of a tertiary degree qualification in Psychology from a recognised tertiary institution, full general registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA), and endorsement as a Neuropsychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Accreditation (or ability to readily obtain accreditation within 12 months) as a supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia.

Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health

• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous salary packaging ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
• Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer's leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
• 17.5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers ( https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

Job ad reference number: MH548254 Close date: Tuesday 12th March 2024

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED